# Life Savers Emergency Room - 24/7 ER > Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.2, this is an llms-full.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. Life Savers ER provides 24/7 no-wait emergency care across Houston and Sugar Land, TX with board-certified physicians, on-site lab, imaging, and expert trauma, pediatric & auto accident care services. ## Posts ### [4 Ways to Spot the Symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder](https://lifesaverser.com/4-ways-to-spot-the-symptoms-of-post-traumatic-stress-disorder/) **Published:** October 18, 2019 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s developed in people who have at some point in life witnessed or experienced an extremely frightful event. Some of the most common symptoms of the post-traumatic stress disorder are flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety and having uncontrollable, distressing thoughts about the event. Where some people recover from trauma naturally others might find it difficult to get rid of distressing thoughts and unwanted fear. With proper care and time, there is greater hope for healing. Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD is a serious medical condition that can leave long term effects. One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. You need to have a solid understanding of the healing process so that you can overcome the trauma. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. 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Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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One needs to get the required care before the symptoms get worse. Post Traumatic stress can interfere with day-to-day functioning and it can last for months or even years! The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder may begin within three months of the occurrence of the traumatic event. However, this is not the case always as in some cases the symptoms may not appear until years. If you are experiencing the symptoms of PTSD or if you know someone facing them then you must immediately check with a doctor. Mentioned below are some of the common symptoms of PTSD which further falls into four categories. Some symptoms mentioned below might vary in severity. #### Also Read: [*What Are The Treatments For Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/what-are-the-treatments-for-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-life-savers-er/) ### **Intrusive Memories:** Memories of the traumatic event can easily come back to bother you, whether you’re thinking about it or not. You may experience them during the day as flashbacks or in your sleep in the form of nightmares. You kind of relive the event as if it’s happening for the very first time. This can make you feel afraid, anxious, guilty, and suspicious. You are going to feel these emotions physically in the form of chills, heart palpitations, panic attacks, shaking, and headaches. #### **Avoiding the Reminders** The person suffering from PTSD starts avoiding places, people, situations and thoughts that may be reminding him or her of the trauma. Avoidance also means that the person stops socializing and starts avoiding people, in general, not specifically the ones who are connected with the event. This can further lead to the feeling of detachment and loneliness which is not a good sign. You might also start experiencing some excessive emotions like; difficulty staying or falling asleep, the sudden outbursts of anger, difficulty concentrating, getting easily startled, rapid breathing, diarrhea, and nausea. #### **Behavior Changes** The changes are called “arousal symptoms” by medical health professionals. They are responsible to make your emotions more intense or can even make you react differently than you normally do. For example, if you drive to work or drive, as usual, you might start driving too fast. You may become super-aggressive for no reason at times, in completely different situations. In such cases, angry outbursts and irrational shouting is very common. There are several patients who find it hard to focus on. You may feel you are under attack and there are feelings of fear that can ruin concentration. Sudden changes can lead to trouble in sleeping even though you are having nightmares or not. #### **Mood Swings** PTSD is not always accompanied by nightmares and flashbacks. Sometimes patients start feeling differently about themselves. Some people might start feeling numb, hopeless, or even negative. The negativity causes it all. Developing intense feelings of guilt and shame is quite common in people. You will not be able to enjoy doing the activities that you loved before. You would also lose the motivation to maintain relationships with close friends and family. Once you start witnessing such feelings, the symptoms tend to rise. If such things happen, make sure that that you visit an **[*urgent care Houston TX.* ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**With the right assistance, comes the right treatment. 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No matter what the treatment option you chose, it is very important for anyone with PTSD to visit a professional who offers treatment for PTSD. *Here are the treatments or Post-traumatic stress disorder:* **Medications:** There are almost no medications that are specifically designed to treat PTSD. but there are a variety of other medications that can treat the various psychiatric conditions which follow with PTSD such as the mood and anxiety and various disorders. Any medications which are there to fight with the symptoms of PTSD are only to be taken only if the prescription has been given by the doctor. It is so because the medication needs to be properly checked and monitored and managed by a person who is a trained professional. **Psychotherapy:** You can a variety of psychotherapy techniques that can be used in the treatment of post-traumatic disorder. 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You can also go for the method of counseling in one to one or in a group format. **Virtual reality exposure:** Exposure therapy has been shown very effective in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder. It helps you to face your trauma in a controlled reality. Virtual reality offers a situation where you are exposed to your deepest fears while working with a trained medical professional. The visual situations are manipulated by the professional. You are continuously exposed to the traumatic event over time which makes the event to have a less emotional impact. You go over the story again and again, till you are out of that fear. **Conclusion:** It is very important to seek treatment if you are still experiencing post-traumatic stress disorder. It must be treated as soon a possible otherwise it can become something you cannot cope up with. 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Certain things can make sinus pressure worse, so it’s best to avoid: - **Flying or swimming** – Changes in pressure can worsen symptoms. - **Dairy products** – Some people find that dairy increases mucus production. - **Smoking and alcohol** – These can dry out nasal passages and cause more congestion. - **Sudden temperature changes** – Extreme hot or cold air can trigger sinus inflammation. - **Overuse of decongestant sprays** – Using them for more than three days can cause rebound congestion. - **Skipping meals and dehydration** – Poor hydration can make mucus thicker and harder to drain. ## When Should You Go to the ER for Sinus Pressure? While most sinus pressure cases resolve on their own, there are times when medical attention is necessary. Seek [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care") if you experience: - Severe headache or facial pain that doesn’t improve with treatment - Swelling or redness around the eyes - Vision changes or double vision - High [fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "fever") (above 102°F) lasting more than three days - Neck stiffness or confusion - Persistent symptoms lasting more than 10 days despite treatment These symptoms could indicate a [more serious infection](https://lifesaverser.com/allergic-reaction/) that requires immediate medical attention. ## Life Savers ER Is Here to Help If the sinus infection is causing you severe pain or unusual symptoms, don’t wait. Life Savers ER offers [24/7 emergency medical services](https://lifesaverser.com/er-services/) with four convenient Houston-area ER locations and no wait times. Our expert team is ready to provide fast and effective care, ensuring you get the treatment you need when you need it. Visit Life Savers ER today for expert emergency care! **Categories:** Sinus Pressure --- ### [Heat-Related Illnesses: What Houston Residents Need to Know](https://lifesaverser.com/heat-related-illness-houston/) **Published:** May 29, 2025 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** In Houston, summer doesn’t wait for the calendar. As early as late spring, temperatures and humidity start climbing, putting many residents at risk of heat-related illnesses. These conditions can come on quickly and turn serious without fast intervention. At [Life Savers ](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/)[Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Emergency Room"), we see a spike in visits every year as the heat rises, and we want our community to stay informed and protected. Whether you’re spending time outside for work, exercise, or fun, understanding how heat impacts the body and knowing when to seek help can prevent dangerous complications. Here’s what you need to know about heat exhaustion, heatstroke, and staying safe in Houston’s heat. ## Understanding How Heat Affects the Body Your body normally cools itself by sweating, but in high temperatures and humidity, this system can become overwhelmed. When you lose too much fluid and electrolytes, or your body can’t regulate temperature efficiently, you may start to experience symptoms of a heat-related illness. These conditions range from mild to severe, including: - **Thirst and Heavy sweating - **Disorientation:** Potential changes in vision, lightheaded and fuzziness. - **Heat cramps:** Muscle spasms due to heavy sweating and loss of salt. - **Heat exhaustion:** A serious condition that may include dizziness, nausea, and rapid heartbeat. - **Heatstroke:** A life-threatening emergency where the body’s core temperature reaches 103°F or higher. The key difference between heat exhaustion and heatstroke is body temperature. If someone stops sweating and becomes confused or loses consciousness, it may indicate heatstroke and requires immediate [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care"). ### Who’s Most at Risk? While anyone can develop a heat-related illness, certain groups in Houston are especially vulnerable: - **Older adults** (especially over 65), whose bodies may not regulate temperature as efficiently - **Infants and young children**, who can’t always express how they’re feeling - **People with chronic conditions** like heart disease, [diabetes](https://lifesaverser.com/diabetes-basic-facts/ "diabetes"), or those with high blood pressure or compromised immune systems - **Outdoor workers** or those without air conditioning - **Athletes or fitness enthusiasts** who train in the heat without proper hydration Medication can also affect how your body handles heat. Diuretics, antihistamines, and beta-blockers may increase risk, so be sure to talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you’re taking any of these medications during the warmer months. ### Recognizing the Signs of Heat Exhaustion Early symptoms of heat-related illness can be easy to miss or mistaken for fatigue. If you’re outdoors in Houston’s heat, it’s important to pay attention to how you feel and act fast at the first sign of trouble. **Symptoms of heat exhaustion may include:** - Thirst - Heavy sweating - Cool, pale, or clammy skin - Weakness or fatigue - Muscle cramps - Dizziness, lightheadedness, vision changes - Nausea or vomiting - Headache - Fainting If symptoms are noticed, it’s important to move to a cooler location, loosen clothing, sip water slowly, and rest. But if symptoms don’t improve quickly (or get worse), it’s time to seek emergency care. ### Heatstroke Is a Medical Emergency Heatstroke is the most severe form of heat-related illness and requires immediate treatment. Delaying care can lead to brain damage, organ failure, or death. **Warning signs of heatstroke include:** - A body temperature of 103°F or higher - Hot, red, dry, or damp skin - Rapid, strong pulse - Confusion, agitation, or slurred speech - Seizures - Loss of consciousness If you suspect heatstroke in yourself or someone else, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room right away. Do not wait. While you wait for help, try to cool the person down with cold cloths or ice packs on their head, the back of their neck, and chest, and get them into the shade or air conditioning if possible. ### Why ER Visits Spike in Houston’s Heat Houston’s unique combination of high temperatures and high humidity means heat-related illnesses are a yearly concern. From May through September, Life Savers ER sees an increase in patients with symptoms of heat exhaustion, [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration"), or heatstroke. Several factors contribute to this: - **Unpredictable heatwaves** in spring and early summer catch people off guard. - **Lack of acclimation**: It takes time for your body to adjust to hotter weather. - **Dehydration**: Many people don’t realize how much fluid they’re losing throughout the day. - **Delayed symptoms**: You might feel fine until later in the day when symptoms suddenly hit. Knowing when to go to the ER can save lives. If symptoms are severe or persistent, or even if you aren’t sure, don’t hesitate. At Life Savers ER, our team is trained to respond quickly with on-site labs, IV hydration, and monitoring to treat heat-related conditions effectively. ### Prevention Tips: Stay Safe in the Houston Heat Prevention is always better than treatment. Simple steps can dramatically lower your risk of heat-related illness: 1. **Hydrate regularly.** Don’t wait until you feel thirsty. Carry water with you and drink often. Consider good sources of electrolytes for children. 2. **Avoid peak sun hours.** Try to schedule outdoor activities before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m. 3. **Dress appropriately.** Wear lightweight, light-colored, and loose-fitting clothing. 4. **Use air conditioning.** Spend time in air-conditioned spaces when possible. Don’t rely on fans alone in extreme heat. 5. **Take breaks often.** If you’re working or exercising outdoors, rest in the shade and cool off regularly. 6. **Check on vulnerable individuals.** Make sure elderly neighbors, children, and pets stay safe and cool. 7. **Watch for early warning signs.** Don’t ignore symptoms like thirst, dizziness, or nausea. Take action early. ### What to Expect at Life Savers ER If you come to Life Savers ER for a heat-related issue, you’ll be seen quickly and treated with care. Our no-wait emergency rooms in Houston are open 24/7 and equipped to provide: - IV fluid replacement for dehydration - Monitoring of vital signs and body temperature - Treatment of heat cramps or heat exhaustion - Emergency stabilization for heatstroke symptoms - On-site lab testing to check for electrolyte imbalances or kidney stress Our medical team understands the urgency of heat-related conditions and is prepared to help you or your loved one recover safely. ### Know When to Get Help Houston’s heat can be dangerous, but it doesn’t have to be. By staying hydrated, dressing smart, and recognizing early symptoms, you can reduce your risk of heat exhaustion or heatstroke. But if you or someone you’re with starts showing signs of serious illness, don’t delay. **Life Savers ER is here for you 24/7 with no wait times and expert emergency care in four convenient Houston-area locations.** Whether you need hydration, evaluation, or immediate stabilization, we’re always ready to help you feel better fast. **Categories:** Health & Wellness --- ### [Fast ER Care for Car Accident Injuries: Don’t Delay Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/er-care-for-car-accident/) **Published:** June 7, 2025 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Even a minor car accident can leave a lasting impact on your physical and mental wellbeing. While some injuries are obvious at the scene, others take hours or even days to show symptoms. That’s why it’s critical to seek medical care right away, even if you feel “okay” in the moment. We know that early diagnostics can help prevent complications, speed up recovery, and give you peace of mind. With 24/7 availability, no wait times, and advanced imaging on-site, we’re ready to help right when you need us. Here’s what you need to know about post-accident injuries, when to seek care, and how our team can support your recovery. ### Why Some Injuries Don’t Show Up Right Away In the aftermath of a crash, your body is flooded with adrenaline. This stress response can temporarily mask pain and other symptoms. What feels like a sore neck or minor bruise may actually be the start of something more serious. **Common delayed-onset injuries include:** - **Whiplash** – Neck stiffness, headaches, or dizziness may not appear until hours or days later. - **Concussions or traumatic brain injury (TBI)** – Headache or nausea & vomiting. Can go unnoticed without proper neurological evaluation. - **Soft tissue injuries** – Swelling and pain often increase over time. - **Internal bleeding or organ damage** – May develop silently without immediate external signs. - **Fractures** – Small or hairline fractures can worsen if left untreated. Ignoring these symptoms or “waiting it out” can lead to complications or slower healing. Early evaluation, including imaging and lab work, ensures you don’t overlook hidden injuries. ### Signs You Should Visit the ER After a Car Accident Even if you walked away from the accident on your own, that doesn’t mean you’re in the clear. Some symptoms signal the need for emergency evaluation, especially if they appear in the hours or days following the crash. **Head to Life Savers ER right away if you notice:** - Headaches, confusion, blurred vision, or dizziness - Neck pain or stiffness - [Back pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/ "Back pain"), especially in the lower spine - [Chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "Chest pain"), shortness of breath, or tightness - [Abdominal pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/ "Abdominal pain"), swelling, or bruising - Numbness, tingling, or weakness in limbs - Difficulty concentrating, memory issues, or mood changes - Nausea, vomiting, or fainting These symptoms could point to serious concerns such as [concussion](https://lifesaverser.com/concussion-a-traumatic-brain-injury/ "concussion"), spinal injury, internal bleeding, or organ trauma. Delaying care increases your risk of long-term damage or complications. Going to your doctor right away helps determine if these symptoms will resolve on their own or need immediate care. ### The Risks of Delayed Treatment When it comes to accident injuries, time matters. Delaying care by even a day or two can worsen your condition and limit your recovery options. Here’s what can happen if you don’t get evaluated promptly: - **Worsening injuries:** Undiagnosed fractures or internal injuries can become more severe. - **Chronic pain:** Soft tissue injuries, like whiplash, can lead to long-term neck or back pain if untreated. - **Neurological complications:** Delayed treatment for head injuries increases the risk of lasting cognitive issues. - **[Insurance](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/ "Insurance") complications:** Delaying treatment may affect your ability to document injuries for insurance claims or legal purposes. Getting a thorough exam at Life Savers ER immediately after a crash helps you protect your health and your case, if you need to pursue compensation. ### What to Expect at Life Savers ER After an Auto Accident Our team is trained to assess and treat all types of accident injuries, from minor to life-threatening. Unlike crowded hospital emergency rooms, Life Savers ER provides fast, one-on-one care in a calm, private environment. **When you arrive, we can provide:** - **Immediate triage** – You’ll be seen quickly, with no long wait. - **On-site imaging** – X-rays and CT scans are available on-site, so there’s no delay in identifying fractures or internal injuries. - **Cardiac monitoring** – If you experience chest pain or shortness of breath, we can check for heart or lung trauma. - **Neurological screening** – If you’ve hit your head, we’ll assess for signs of concussion or more serious injury. - **Wound care and pain management** – We’ll treat cuts, bruises, and muscle strain with proper care and follow-up advice. Once we evaluate your condition, we’ll provide a clear treatment plan and discuss next steps, whether that’s home recovery, specialist referral, or continued observation. ### Supporting Your Recovery Beyond the ER Visit Recovery doesn’t always end when you leave the ER. Some car accident injuries take weeks to fully heal, and others may need follow-up treatment or physical therapy. At Life Savers ER, we make sure you leave with: - **A detailed discharge plan - **Imaging and documentation for your primary care provider, specialist, or attorney - **Referrals if you need further evaluation (e.g., orthopedic, neurology, or pain management) - **Guidance on when to return if your symptoms change We understand that an accident can be overwhelming. Our team is here to help you feel supported, safe, and in control of your recovery process. ### Life Savers ER: Trusted Emergency Care in Houston When you’ve been in a car accident, you need more than just a quick checkup. You need a team that understands trauma, offers advanced diagnostics, and gets you answers fast. At Life Savers ER, we serve the Houston community with: - **24/7 availability - **No wait times - **On-site lab testing and imaging - **Private, comfortable treatment rooms - **Four convenient locations in the Houston area You never need an appointment, and you won’t get stuck in a crowded hospital waiting room. We’re here when you need us, day or night. ### When in Doubt, Get Checked Out Even if your car accident seemed minor, your injuries might not be. Listen to your body and don’t wait for symptoms to get worse before seeking care. The earlier you’re evaluated, the faster you can begin healing. Life Savers ER is ready 24/7 to help Houston drivers recover safely and quickly from [auto accident](https://lifesaverser.com/auto-accidents/ "auto accident") injuries. Walk in anytime—no referral, no wait. **Categories:** Auto Accidents --- ### [Can a Yearly Physical Keep You Out of the ER?](https://lifesaverser.com/yearly-physical/) **Published:** September 17, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** An annual physical is a scheduled visit with a primary care provider to get your health checked when nothing is obviously wrong. The visit usually includes vital signs, a physical exam, a review of your medications and family history, and lab work ordered based on your age and risk factors. That last part matters more than most people realize, because several of the conditions that send adults to the emergency room build quietly for years and produce no symptoms until they produce a crisis. Back-to-school season pushes [physicals](https://lifesaverser.com/sports-physicals/) to the top of the family calendar for kids. Adults tend to skip their own. ## The Conditions That Ambush People Are Usually the Silent Ones [High blood pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/) is the clearest example. The CDC reports that nearly half of US adults have hypertension, and many do not know it, which is why it is often called a silent condition. It rarely causes symptoms on its own, but it is a leading contributor to heart attack and stroke, two of the most time-sensitive emergencies we treat. The US Preventive Services Task Force recommends blood pressure screening for all adults 18 and older. A blood pressure reading takes about a minute. High cholesterol behaves the same way. So does type 2 diabetes. The CDC estimates that a large share of adults with prediabetes are unaware they have it, and the American Diabetes Association recommends starting screening at age 35 for most adults, earlier for those with risk factors such as obesity, a family history, or a history of gestational diabetes. A person with undiagnosed diabetes can arrive in an emergency room as a diabetic emergency, a foot infection, or kidney trouble that has been developing for years. ## What a Good Annual Visit Actually Covers Beyond labs, a yearly exam is the right place to handle things that fall through the cracks: - A medication review, including supplements, to catch potential interactions and doses that no longer fit - Vaccines that are due, including the annual flu shot and any COVID-19 or other updates recommended for your age group - Age-appropriate cancer screening, such as colorectal cancer screening beginning at 45 under current US Preventive Services Task Force guidance, mammograms, and cervical cancer screening - Mental health check-ins, since depression and anxiety screening are part of routine primary care Screening intervals and starting ages do shift as evidence accumulates, so it is worth asking your provider what current guidance says for someone with your history rather than relying on what you were told a decade ago. ## The Visit Only Works If You Are Honest About the Small Stuff Many people arrive with a mental list and mention none of it. Information about the symptom you have been tolerating for four months is often the most useful thing you can discuss: the reflux you treat with antacids nightly, the headaches that arrive every afternoon, the shortness of breath on stairs that is new, the mole that changed, the periods that got heavier. None of these are emergencies. All of them are easier to address in an exam room than at 2 a.m. in the ER. Writing three or four items on your phone before the appointment is a low-effort habit that can change the outcome of your visit. ## A Physical Is Not a Substitute for Emergency Care A yearly exam catches conditions that develop slowly. It does nothing for the ones that develop in minutes. Do not wait for an upcoming appointment if you have chest pain or pressure, sudden weakness or drooping on one side of your face, trouble speaking, severe shortness of breath, uncontrolled bleeding, a head injury with confusion or vomiting, severe abdominal pain, a high fever in an infant, or thoughts of harming yourself. Those require an immediate trip to the ER. [Stroke and heart attack treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/heart-attack-and-stroke/) in particular is more effective when given earlier rather than later. The care you receive at a regularly scheduled appointment does not replace [care after a car accident](https://lifesaverser.com/auto-accidents/), where injuries like internal bleeding and whiplash can stay quiet for hours before they announce themselves. ## Prevention Now, Emergency Care When You Need It A yearly physical with your primary care provider [reduces your chances of a later ER visit](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/). When something genuinely urgent happens, speed matters more than anything else. Life Savers ER is open 24/7 at our Willowbrook, Heights, and Summerwood locations in Houston and in Sugar Land, with board-certified physicians, no wait, and [on-site labs, X-ray, CT, MRI, and ultrasound](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/) for answers in minutes instead of days. [Check in online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) before you come. And if it has been more than a year since your last exam, schedule an appointment with a primary care provider this month rather than waiting for a reason. **Categories:** Health & Wellness --- ### [Did You Hear Your Knee Pop? When to Go to the ER](https://lifesaverser.com/hear-your-knee-pop/) **Published:** September 7, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** A [knee injury](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) is damage to any of the structures that hold the joint together: the ligaments, the meniscus cartilage that cushions it, the tendons, or the bones themselves. Most happen during a [pivot, a hard landing](https://lifesaverser.com/sports-injuries/), a direct blow, or a fall. The tricky part is that the outside of an injured knee looks similar whether you have a [bad sprain](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) or a torn ACL, and the difference determines everything about what happens next. Certain clues point toward the serious end of that range, and they are worth knowing before you decide whether to wait it out. ## The Three Signs That Suggest a Significant Injury A pop you can hear or feel at the moment of injury is the classic marker of an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear, particularly when it happens during a sudden stop, cut, or awkward landing. Rapid swelling is the second sign of a serious knee injury. When a knee balloons within a few hours, that swelling is usually blood inside the joint, which points to a torn ligament or a fracture rather than a simple strain. Swelling that creeps in over a day or two is more often a meniscus injury or irritation. Instability is the third sign. A knee that buckles, gives way, or feels like it will not hold you is a sign that you should seek medical help. Locking or catching, where the knee gets stuck partway through bending or straightening, suggests torn meniscus tissue caught in the joint. ## Go to the Emergency Room Now for These Some knee injuries are time-sensitive, and a few are limb-threatening: - There is an obvious deformity, a kneecap has shifted out of place, or a knee looks out of alignment. A dislocated knee joint can damage the artery behind it and needs immediate evaluation. - Numbness, tingling, a foot that feels cold, or a leg that turns pale or blue below the injury - An open wound over the joint or bone visible through the skin - Inability to put any weight on the leg or take a few steps - A knee that is hot, red, and swollen along with fever, which can indicate a joint infection - Calf pain and swelling that develops days after an injury or period of immobility, which can signal a blood clot Emergency clinicians use a set of criteria known as the Ottawa Knee Rule to decide who needs an X-ray after an acute injury. It flags people over 55, tenderness over the kneecap or the outer bone at the top of the calf, inability to bend the knee to 90 degrees, and inability to bear weight for four steps both at the time of injury and in the exam room. If any of those describe you, imaging is warranted. ## What Imaging Actually Shows X-rays show bone. They rule out fractures of the kneecap, thigh bone, and tibial plateau, and they are the first step after most significant injuries. MRI shows soft tissue, meaning ligaments like the ACL and posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), the meniscus, and the tendons. A same-visit MRI can turn a suspected ACL tear into a confirmed one, which shortens the road to orthopedic care instead of adding weeks of scheduling and uncertainty. Getting both under one roof is the practical advantage of an emergency room with imaging on site. ## Which Injuries Can Wait for an Orthopedic Appointment Not every sore knee needs an ER. Mild swelling that happens gradually, aching after a long run or a new workout, stiffness that eases as you move, and knee pain that allows you to walk with no other problems are usually manageable at home first. Rest, ice for 15 to 20 minutes at a time, compression, elevation, and over-the-counter anti-inflammatories are the standard starting point, and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons recommends this approach for minor sprains and strains. Call an orthopedic office if the pain is not improving after a week, if swelling keeps returning with activity, or if the knee feels unreliable even without a dramatic injury. ## What to Do in the First Hour After a Knee Injury Stop the activity. Do not test the knee by trying to run on it, since a partially torn ligament can fail completely under load. Ice it, keep it elevated, and avoid weight bearing until someone has looked at it. Crutches, if you have access to them, are better than limping. Life Savers ER is open 24/7 with no wait at our Willowbrook, Heights, and Summerwood locations in Houston and in Sugar Land, with board-certified physicians and [on-site X-ray, CT, MRI, and ultrasound](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/) for answers during your visit rather than days later. We also treat [workplace](https://lifesaverser.com/workplace-injuries/) and [auto accident injuries](https://lifesaverser.com/auto-accidents/) and provide the documentation those claims require. [Check in online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/), or if your knee pain is nagging rather than urgent, schedule an appointment with your provider to get it evaluated before it worsens. **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [What Happens After Detox? Life in Early Recovery](https://lifesaverser.com/what-happens-after-detox/) **Published:** September 3, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Substance use disorder is a chronic medical condition, and [medically supervised detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) treats only its first stage. Detox, which clinicians call withdrawal management, clears the substance from your body and keeps you medically stable while withdrawal symptoms peak. Detox does not change how your brain responds to cravings, stress, or the situations that surrounded your use. The National Institute on Drug Abuse is direct about this: detox on its own rarely leads to lasting recovery without treatment that follows it. That is why September, which the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration recognizes as National Recovery Month, is a good moment to talk about what comes next. ## The Weeks Right After Detox Carry Real Medical Risk Tolerance drops quickly during detox. If you return to using the amount of drugs or alcohol you used before, your body can no longer handle it, and overdose risk climbs sharply in the first days and weeks after a period of abstinence. This is one of the best documented patterns in addiction medicine, and it is the reason clinicians push so hard for a follow-up plan before discharge. Keeping naloxone at home is a reasonable precaution for anyone who has used opioids, including family members who might be the first to notice trouble. The FDA approved over-the-counter naloxone nasal spray in 2023, so no prescription is needed. ## Medication Is a Legitimate Part of Long-Term Recovery Ongoing medication is not a sign that detox failed. For opioid use disorder, the FDA has approved buprenorphine, methadone, and naltrexone, and the American Society of Addiction Medicine considers these first-line care. For alcohol use disorder, naltrexone, acamprosate, and disulfiram are approved options. These medications reduce cravings and withdrawal-related discomfort so the rest of recovery has room to work. Deciding whether medication fits your situation takes a real conversation with a provider who knows your history, other health conditions, and current prescriptions. ## Counseling and Peer Support Address What Detox Cannot Therapy handles the part of recovery that happens after the physical symptoms fade. Approaches with strong evidence behind them include cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and contingency management. Mutual-help groups such as SMART Recovery and 12-step programs add structure and accountability between appointments, and they are free and easy to find. Recovery also tends to hinge on ordinary logistics that get overlooked in a crisis. Stable housing, transportation to appointments, a workable schedule, and people who know what you are working on all raise the odds of staying well. ## Your Physical Health Also Needs Attention Detox often surfaces problems that were pushed aside during active use. Common ones worth addressing with a primary care provider include: - Untreated anxiety, depression, PTSD, or bipolar disorder, which frequently occur alongside substance use disorder - Sleep problems, poor nutrition, and dental issues - Testing for hepatitis C, hepatitis B, HIV, and other infections when injection drug use or unprotected sex has been part of the picture - Liver function, blood pressure, and blood sugar checks Relapse is common in this condition, at rates the National Institute on Drug Abuse compares to other chronic illnesses like asthma and high blood pressure. A return to use means the treatment plan needs to be adjusted, the same way a blood pressure medication gets adjusted when readings climb. It does not mean starting over from zero. ## When to Seek Emergency Care During Recovery Some situations cannot wait for a scheduled appointment. Go to an emergency room right away for a suspected overdose, [seizures](https://lifesaverser.com/types-of-seizures-you-should-be-aware-of/), confusion, chest pain, a racing heart, severe vomiting or dehydration, or thoughts of harming yourself. [Alcohol and benzodiazepine withdrawal](https://lifesaverser.com/drug-and-alcohol-detox/) in particular can become dangerous quickly and needs medical supervision rather than a solo attempt at quitting. If you are in immediate danger, call 911. SAMHSA’s National Helpline, [1-800-662-HELP (4357)](tel:+18006624357), is free, confidential, and staffed around the clock for treatment referrals. ## Building the Team That Carries You Forward Recovery works best when several kinds of support overlap: medical care, mental health treatment, peer connection, and people at home who understand the plan. Very few people assemble all of that in the days right after detox, and that is normal. The point is to leave detox with the next appointment already on the calendar rather than a vague intention to figure it out later. Life Savers ER provides medically assisted detox and care for [behavioral health emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) 24/7 at our [Willowbrook, Heights, and Summerwood locations in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) and at our [Sugar Land emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/), with board-certified physicians available with no wait. If you or someone you love is in withdrawal or in crisis, come in or [check in online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/). If you are past the acute stage, schedule an appointment with a primary care provider to build the ongoing plan that keeps recovery steady. **Categories:** Medically Assisted Detox --- ### [Can Anxiety Cause Nausea and Vomiting?](https://lifesaverser.com/nausea-anxiety-disorder/) **Published:** September 14, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Anxiety is a stress response that involves your whole body, not just your thoughts and emotions. When your brain registers a threat, real or anticipated, it releases adrenaline and cortisol and shifts blood away from digestion toward your muscles. Your stomach empties more slowly, your gut muscles change how they contract, and you may feel queasy or nauseous, experience abdominal cramping, or feel the urge to throw up. So yes, anxiety can absolutely cause nausea and vomiting, and the symptoms are physically real rather than imagined. The connection runs through what researchers call the gut-brain axis, a two-way communication network between your digestive tract and your central nervous system. It is why a stomach ache before a presentation is so common, and why chronic anxiety often shows up as a chronic stomach problem. ## What Anxiety Nausea Usually Feels Like Anxiety-related nausea tends to arrive with company. During a panic attack, nausea or abdominal distress is one of the recognized symptoms listed in the diagnostic criteria, alongside a pounding heart, sweating, shaking, shortness of breath, chest tightness, dizziness, and a sense that something terrible is about to happen. The whole episode usually peaks within about 10 minutes. With generalized anxiety, the pattern is slower and more persistent. Morning nausea before work, appetite loss, and a stomach that clenches whenever a certain topic comes up are typical. Some people vomit once and then feel noticeably better, because the physical release breaks the cycle. There is also a well-documented overlap with digestive conditions. Irritable bowel syndrome, functional dyspepsia, and acid reflux are all more common in people with anxiety disorders, and each can worsen the other. Anxiety about vomiting itself, called emetophobia, is its own condition and often makes the nausea worse. ## The Symptoms That Mean You Should Get Checked Here is the part that matters most. Nausea and vomiting have dozens of causes, several of them serious, and anxiety is a diagnosis of exclusion rather than an assumption. Go to an emergency room right away if you have: - [Chest pain or pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/chest-pain/), pain spreading to your jaw, neck, back, or arm, or shortness of breath. Heart attacks commonly cause nausea, especially in women and people with diabetes, and the symptoms overlap heavily with panic attacks. This is not a distinction to make on your own. - Vomit that contains blood or looks like coffee grounds, or stools that are black and tarry - Severe or one-sided abdominal pain, a rigid belly, or pain with fever - Vomiting after a head injury, or with a severe headache, stiff neck, confusion, or vision changes - Signs of dehydration such as dizziness on standing, very little urine, or an [inability to keep any fluids down](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) for more than a day Appendicitis, gallbladder attacks, kidney stones, bowel obstruction, pancreatitis, diabetic ketoacidosis, and severe infections all present with vomiting. Any of these can also make you anxious, which makes it easy to mislabel the cause. ## What Helps When Anxiety Is the Cause Slow breathing works because it directly signals your nervous system to stand down. Breathe in through your nose for a count of four, out through your mouth for a count of six, and repeat for a few minutes. The longer exhale is the active ingredient. Beyond the moment, cognitive behavioral therapy has the strongest evidence base for anxiety disorders, and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs) are established first-line medications when symptoms interfere with daily life. Cutting back on caffeine and alcohol helps more than people expect, since caffeine can trigger the same physical sensations as anxiety and alcohol worsens rebound anxiety the next day. For the nausea itself, small bland meals, sipping fluids rather than gulping them, and ginger, which has reasonable evidence for nausea relief, are worth trying. It is also best to eat small amounts of food throughout the day, since low blood sugar amplifies both the anxiety and the queasiness. ## When Anxiety Symptoms Become an Emergency Severe anxiety can qualify as an emergency on its own terms. If you are having panic attacks that you cannot stop, you cannot function or keep food or water down, or you are having thoughts of harming yourself, that warrants immediate care rather than waiting for a scheduled appointment. Call 988, the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, if you are in crisis. ## Get a Real Answer Instead of Guessing The frustrating part of anxiety-related nausea is that you cannot rule out the alternatives from your couch. An evaluation with bloodwork and imaging can, and knowing your heart and abdomen are fine often reduces the anxiety itself. Life Savers ER is open 24/7 with no wait at our [Willowbrook, Heights, and Summerwood locations in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) and in [Sugar Land](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/). Our board-certified physicians can evaluate nausea and vomiting with [on-site labs, ultrasound, and CT](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/), and we treat [behavioral health emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) including severe anxiety. [Check in online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) before you arrive, and if your symptoms are ongoing rather than urgent, schedule an appointment with your provider to build a longer-term plan. **Categories:** Nausea and Vomiting --- ### [STI Testing in Houston: Same-Day ER Results](https://lifesaverser.com/sti-testing-in-houston/) **Published:** August 14, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Sexually transmitted infections, or STIs, are common, transmissible infections that can pass between anyone who is sexually active. They often show up with symptoms like unusual discharge, painful urination, sores, or itching, but sometimes they cause no symptoms at all. When symptoms do appear and you cannot get a quick appointment with your regular provider, the wait for answers can feel stressful and worrying. The good news is that you do not have to wait. An emergency room can provide confidential, [same-day STI testing and treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) so you can get answers and start feeling better right away. ## Symptoms that should not wait Some STI symptoms are uncomfortable enough that you may not want to sit on them for days waiting for an appointment. Common signs that are worth getting checked promptly include: - Unusual discharge from the genitals, or a strong or unpleasant odor - Pain or burning when you urinate - Sores, bumps, blisters, or itching in the genital area Other symptoms can include pelvic or lower belly pain, pain during sex, or unusual bleeding. While these signs do not always mean you have an STI, they should be evaluated, since [some infections can lead to bigger problems](https://lifesaverser.com/stds-what-to-know/) if left untreated. ## Why fast testing matters Getting tested quickly is about more than peace of mind. Many STIs, such as chlamydia and gonorrhea, are easily treated with medication when caught early. Left untreated, some infections can spread and cause lasting harm, including problems with fertility. Others, such as [herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/), are managed long term, which makes an early diagnosis even more useful. Fast testing also helps protect the people around you. Once you know your status, you can start treatment and take steps to avoid passing an infection to a partner. Waiting days or weeks for results can allow an infection to progress, so quick answers are genuinely better for your health. ## Same-day testing at the ER If you cannot wait for a scheduled appointment, an emergency room can be a fast and private option. With [on-site labs](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/), an ER can run rapid diagnostics and often give you answers the same day rather than sending your sample out and making you wait. Life Savers ER offers same-day testing and treatment for a range of infections, including chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis, and others. Because testing and treatment happen in one visit, many patients can leave with both their results and the medication or care plan they need. This means you do not have to make a second trip or wait anxiously for a callback. ## Your privacy is protected One of the biggest reasons people put off STI testing is worry about privacy. It is completely understandable to want to keep this part of your health confidential. Testing at the ER is private and handled with care and respect, with no judgment from the staff. Your health information is protected, and the team’s focus is simply on getting you tested, treated, and on your way. There is no reason to feel embarrassed. Seeking care is a responsible, healthy choice, and providers see these visits every day. ## What to expect during your visit When you come in, the care team will ask about your symptoms and your history, then collect the samples needed for testing, which may include a urine sample, a swab, or bloodwork depending on your symptoms. Thanks to on-site labs, results often come back quickly. If a test is positive, treatment can usually begin right away, often with antibiotics or other medication. The team can also talk with you about follow-up care and how to protect yourself and your partners going forward. ## Get answers without the wait If you are dealing with symptoms and cannot wait for an appointment, you do not have to wait and worry. Fast, confidential testing and treatment can put your mind at ease and get you the care you need before a small problem becomes a bigger one. At Life Savers ER, our board-certified physicians provide same-day STI testing and treatment 24/7 with no wait and complete privacy. With [locations across Houston and in Sugar Land](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/), care is always close by. Visit any Life Savers ER location or [check in online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) to get confidential answers today. **Categories:** STD Testing --- ### [No Primary Care Doctor? Here's How to Find One](https://lifesaverser.com/how-to-find-primary-care/) **Published:** August 21, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** A primary care doctor, sometimes called a PCP, is the provider you see for checkups, ongoing conditions, and everyday health concerns. They track your history over time, manage your medications, order routine screenings, and refer you to specialists when you need one. Yet millions of adults in the United States do not have one, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and many do not realize it matters until they are already sick or facing a new diagnosis. If you are one of them, you are not doing anything wrong, and it is not too late to fix. Back-to-school season, when families are already updating shots and physicals, is a natural time to get set up. Here is how to find a primary care doctor and what to do about your health in the meantime. ## Why having a primary care doctor is worth the effort A PCP does more than treat you when you are sick. They build a long-term picture of your health, which helps them catch problems early. Regular visits are where high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol are often first spotted, frequently before you feel any symptoms. Having one place that knows your history also prevents gaps and mistakes. Your PCP keeps a running list of your medications, allergies, and past conditions, so care stays coordinated instead of scattered across providers who do not talk to each other. Research from the National Institutes of Health has linked access to primary care with better health outcomes and lower overall medical costs. ## How to find a primary care doctor Finding a PCP is more straightforward than many people expect. A few simple steps will get you connected. - **Start with your insurance.** Call the number on your card or use your plan’s website to search for in-network primary care doctors near you. Staying in-network keeps your visits affordable. - **Ask people you trust.** Friends, family, and coworkers can often point you to a provider they like. - **Check availability and fit.** Confirm the office is taking new patients, ask about appointment wait times, and consider whether the location and hours work for your schedule. If you do not have insurance, you still have options. Community health centers, sometimes called Federally Qualified Health Centers, offer primary care on a sliding fee scale based on income. You can find one through the Health Resources and Services Administration’s online locator. When you book your first visit, bring a list of your current medications, any known allergies, your family health history, and questions you want to ask. This helps your new doctor understand your baseline quickly. ## What to do while you get established Finding and scheduling with a new PCP can take a few weeks, and some situations cannot wait. Knowing where to turn protects you. True emergencies need [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) right away, not a routine visit down the road. Chest pain, trouble breathing, severe bleeding, [signs of stroke such as face drooping or slurred speech](https://lifesaverser.com/how-to-spot-a-stroke/), or a serious injury all call for immediate emergency care. But for the everyday concerns — a sudden sore throat, a sinus infection, a fever, or a flare-up of an ongoing condition — a primary care clinic that offers same-day sick visits can often see you quickly. Choosing a clinic that handles both routine and same-day needs means you can start building that long-term relationship right away instead of waiting weeks for a first opening. ## Make Houston Injury and Wellness Clinic your health home base If you are in the Houston area and looking for a primary care doctor, [Houston Injury and Wellness Clinic](https://houstoninjurywellness.com/) in Houston Heights can be your starting point. The clinic offers annual physicals, preventive care, chronic disease management for conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes, same-day sick visits, and telemedicine, so both your routine and urgent needs are covered in one place. Walk-ins are welcome. Getting set up with a primary care doctor is one of the simplest, most valuable steps you can take for your long-term health. Check your insurance or a local community health center, ask around, and book that first appointment. If you are ready to establish care now, [schedule a visit with Houston Injury and Wellness Clinic](https://houstoninjurywellness.com/) or call [(346) 537-5650](tel:+13465375650) to get started. **Categories:** Health & Wellness --- ### [Injured at Work? Why Your Medical Records Matter](https://lifesaverser.com/injured-at-work/) **Published:** August 26, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** A workplace injury is any harm you suffer while doing your job, from a fall on a wet floor to a back strain from lifting or a cut on a machine. In Texas, if your employer carries workers’ compensation insurance, that coverage is meant to pay for your medical care and part of your lost wages while you recover. But getting those benefits often comes down to one thing that is easy to overlook in the moment: solid medical documentation. Many injured workers focus on the pain and forget that a claim is also a paper trail. The story your medical records tell can be the difference between an approved claim and a denied one. Here is what that documentation is, why it matters so much, and how to protect yourself right after you get hurt. ## What “medical documentation” actually means Medical documentation is the official record a healthcare provider creates when they examine and treat you. It includes the date and time you were seen, a description of how the injury happened, your symptoms, exam findings, test results like X-rays or scans, your diagnosis, and the treatment plan. Insurance adjusters rely on these records to decide whether your injury is real, whether it happened the way you say it did, and whether the treatment you received was necessary. Without clear records, an adjuster may argue there is no proof the injury is work-related. Strong, detailed notes leave far less room for doubt. ## Why timing is everything One of the most common reasons claims run into trouble is a gap between the injury and the first medical visit. If you wait days or weeks to get care, an insurer may claim the injury happened somewhere else, or that it was not serious. Getting seen quickly creates a record that connects your injury to your job right away, which is one reason [work-related injuries belong in the ER](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) rather than on a wait-and-see list. In Texas, the Division of Workers’ Compensation (part of the Texas Department of Insurance) sets deadlines for reporting a work injury. You are generally expected to tell your employer within 30 days and to file a claim within one year of the injury. Prompt medical care supports both steps by putting an official date on your injury. Fast care also protects your health. Some injuries, especially to the back, head, or joints, feel minor at first and worsen over the following days. A strain that seems like [ordinary back pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) on day one can turn into weeks of lost work, so early imaging and evaluation can catch problems before they become long-term. ## How to protect your claim from day one You can take a few simple steps to make sure your documentation holds up. - Report the injury to your employer immediately and ask for written confirmation that you reported it. - Get medical care the same day if possible, and describe exactly how the injury happened so it goes in your record as work-related. - Follow the treatment plan and keep every appointment, since missed visits can be used to argue you have recovered or were never badly hurt. Be honest and specific with your provider. Say where it hurts, when it started, and what task you were doing. Vague notes like “shoulder pain” carry less weight than “sharp pain in right shoulder after lifting a 50-pound box.” Keep copies of everything, including discharge paperwork, work restrictions, and any notes about time you need off. ## Choosing the right place for care Where you go for treatment shapes the quality of your records. An [emergency facility](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) with on-site diagnostics can evaluate, image, and document your [injury](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) in one visit, which creates a complete, same-day record instead of a scattered one built over multiple locations. Life Savers ER provides [fast treatment for workplace injuries](https://lifesaverser.com/workplace-injuries/) and helps patients get the medical documentation their workers’ compensation claims require. With a no-wait policy and board-certified physicians, you are seen right away. [On-site labs, X-ray, CT, MRI, and ultrasound](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/) mean your injury can be assessed thoroughly during the same visit, and the findings are recorded clearly for your claim. ## Get seen, get documented, get back to work A workplace injury is stressful enough without worrying that a missing record could sink your claim. The best thing you can do is act quickly: report the injury, get evaluated the same day, and make sure a qualified provider documents everything in detail. Good records protect both your health and your right to the benefits you are owed. If you have been hurt on the job, the team at [Life Savers ER in Sugar Land](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) is open 24/7 with no wait. Visit us or check in online to get evaluated and documented right away, so your recovery and your claim both start on solid ground. **Categories:** Workplace --- ### [When to Go to the ER for Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-vomiting/) **Published:** August 7, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Vomiting is one of the most common reasons people feel miserable, and most of the time it passes on its own. Whether you have a stomach bug or ate some food that did not sit right, symptoms usually clear up within a day or two with rest and fluids. But vomiting that lasts, or that comes with certain warning signs, can point to something more serious, indicating that you may need a trip to the ER. Knowing the difference can help you decide when to ride it out at home and when to get checked right away. ## When home care is enough Most cases of vomiting are not dangerous. A typical stomach bug or a bout of nausea after a questionable meal will often resolve within 24 to 48 hours. During that time, the goal is to stay hydrated and let your stomach settle. Taking small sips of water or an electrolyte drink, resting, and slowly returning to bland foods usually does the trick. These same [habits that help prevent dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/7-tips-to-help-prevent-dehydration/) also make it easier for your stomach to recover. If you can keep some fluids down and you are starting to feel better within a day or so, you are likely on the mend and can manage at home. ## Warning signs that mean it is time for the ER Vomiting crosses the line from uncomfortable to dangerous when it will not stop or comes with other troubling symptoms. Head to the [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) if you notice any of these: - Vomiting that lasts more than a day or two, or that keeps you from holding down any fluids - Blood in your vomit, or material that looks like coffee grounds - Severe belly pain, a high fever, or a stiff neck along with the vomiting Any of these symptoms can signal a problem that needs prompt medical attention, from a serious infection to internal bleeding to a blockage in your digestive system. Severe pain in the lower right side of the abdomen can also point to [appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/). When in doubt, it is always safer to get evaluated. ## Watch for signs of dehydration One of the biggest risks with ongoing vomiting is dehydration, which happens when your body loses more fluid than it takes in. This can become serious quickly, especially in children and older adults. Signs of dehydration include a very dry mouth, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, urinating much less than usual or having very dark urine, and unusual tiredness or weakness. In children, watch for a lack of tears when crying, fewer wet diapers, and sunken eyes. If you or your child cannot keep fluids down and these signs appear, it is time to seek [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/) so you can get fluids and treatment. ## Symptoms that need immediate attention Some symptoms alongside vomiting are true red flags. Confusion, extreme drowsiness, or trouble staying awake can be signs that dehydration or another condition is affecting the whole body. Vomiting after a head injury is a warning sign on its own, as is vomiting paired with chest pain, a severe headache, or trouble breathing. In these situations, call 911 or get to an emergency room right away. ## What ER doctors look for When you come in for vomiting, the care team works quickly to find the cause and keep you comfortable. They will ask about your symptoms, how long they have lasted, and what you have eaten or been exposed to. From there, they may check your hydration, run bloodwork, and use imaging such as an ultrasound or CT scan to look for problems like appendicitis, a blockage, or other causes. If you are dehydrated, IV fluids and anti-nausea medicine can help you feel better fast. Having [on-site labs and imaging](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/) means answers come quickly, so treatment can start without delay. ## Getting help fast Vomiting is often temporary, but you know your body. If it will not stop, if you see blood, if you cannot stay hydrated, or if severe symptoms accompany the vomiting, do not wait it out at home. Getting care early can prevent a manageable problem from turning into a serious one. At Life Savers ER, our board-certified physicians are available 24/7 with no wait, on-site labs, and advanced imaging to find out what is causing your vomiting and get you relief right away. With [locations across Houston and in Sugar Land](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/), help is close by whenever you need it. Visit any Life Savers ER location or [check in online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) so you can be seen without delay. **Categories:** Nausea and Vomiting --- ### [Types Of Seizures You Should Be Aware Of](https://lifesaverser.com/types-of-seizures-you-should-be-aware-of/) **Published:** September 29, 2019 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** A seizure is a sudden burst of abnormal electrical activity in the brain. That surge scrambles the signals controlling movement, awareness, and sensation, which is why one seizure can look like violent shaking and another can look like someone briefly staring through you. Most seizures stop on their own within a couple of minutes. You cannot shorten one once it starts, but what you do in those minutes genuinely affects whether the person gets hurt. ### **What to do while it is happening** Your job is to protect the person and keep track of time. Stay with them and start timing the moment it begins, because that number decides everything that comes next. - Ease them to the ground and put something soft under the head - Move away furniture, glasses, and anything hard or sharp - Turn them onto their side, which lets saliva drain and keeps the airway clear - Loosen anything tight around the neck - Stay until they are fully alert, and speak calmly Two things you should never do. Do not hold them down or try to stop the movements, which causes injuries rather than preventing them. And never put anything in their mouth, including your fingers. People cannot swallow their tongue, and objects in the mouth break teeth and block breathing. ### **Call 911 if any of these apply** Most seizures in someone with diagnosed epilepsy end on their own and follow their usual pattern. Call 911 when the situation goes beyond that: - The seizure lasts longer than five minutes - A second seizure follows before the person recovers - Breathing is difficult, or the person does not wake up afterward - It is their first seizure ever - It happened in water, or the person was injured - The person is pregnant, has diabetes, or has a fever with the seizure The five minute mark matters most. A seizure that will not stop on its own can begin depriving the brain of oxygen, and it needs medication to break the cycle. ### **Not every seizure means epilepsy** This surprises people. A first seizure often points to something treatable happening in the body rather than a lifelong condition, which is a large part of why evaluation matters. Severely [low blood sugar](https://lifesaverser.com/low-blood-sugar/) is a common culprit, particularly in people taking insulin, and it is one we can identify and correct quickly. Seizures can also follow dehydration and the electrolyte swings that come with it, high fevers in [young children](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/), head injuries, infections such as meningitis, alcohol withdrawal, and dangerously high blood pressure in later pregnancy. Our [on-site lab and imaging](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/) let us sort through those possibilities in one visit instead of several. ### **Staring spells and seizures that do not look like seizures** Not every seizure involves convulsions, and the quiet ones get missed for months. A teenager who blanks out mid-sentence for a few seconds, does not respond, then carries on as though nothing happened may be having absence seizures. These often get read as daydreaming or trouble paying attention in class. Others begin in one area of the brain and stay there. An arm jerks, the face twitches, a strange smell or taste arrives out of nowhere, or a wave of intense familiarity washes over the person. Awareness may stay intact or fade partway through, and confusion afterward is common. Any of these patterns deserves a medical evaluation even though nobody hit the floor. ### **What happens after the seizure** The recovery period throws people off almost as much as the seizure. Confusion, deep exhaustion, headache, and muscle soreness are all expected, and full clarity can take anywhere from minutes to hours. Nausea and vomiting afterward are common too, and on their own they are not alarming. Roll the person onto their side so they do not choke. Some people lose bladder control or bite the tongue during a seizure, which is normal and worth mentioning to whoever examines them. Get help if the confusion keeps deepening rather than lifting, if a headache is severe, or if the person cannot be roused. ### **Emergency seizure care in Houston and Sugar Land** Anyone having a first seizure should be evaluated, and so should anyone whose seizures change in pattern, length, or frequency. [Life Savers ER](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) is a freestanding emergency room, not an urgent care, with board-certified physicians, on-site labs and imaging, and a no-wait policy, so a first seizure gets worked up immediately rather than after a long wait. [Check in online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/), or come straight to our [Willowbrook, Heights, Summerwood](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/), or [Sugar Land](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) location. If you witnessed a seizure and are unsure what to do next, bring the person in and let us take it from there.= **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [When to Visit the Emergency Room vs Urgent Care for Illness in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/when-to-visit-the-emergency-room-vs-urgent-care-for-illness-in-houston/) **Published:** March 27, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Injuries can happen during daily activities, travel, sports, or work. When this occurs, knowing where to seek care is important. Many people look for a trauma emergency clinic when an injury requires prompt medical attention. Understanding the difference between an emergency room and urgent care helps individuals choose the right care during unexpected situations. Some injuries need specialized [**trauma emergency care**](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/), while others can be treated in urgent care settings. Residents across Houston, including areas such as The Heights, [Summerwood](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/ "Summerwood"), Willowbrook, and Sugar Land, can access medical services that support timely evaluation and patient safety. ## **Understanding Trauma Emergency Clinics** A trauma emergency clinic evaluates injuries that require immediate medical attention. These facilities operate continuously and include diagnostic technology that helps physicians assess injuries quickly. Emergency physicians review symptoms, examine the injured area, and determine the most appropriate treatment plan. Their experience allows them to manage injuries while supporting patient comfort and safety. Medical teams also communicate clearly with patients, explaining the evaluation process and guiding them through each step of care. ### **Injuries That May Require Trauma Emergency Care** Certain injuries benefit from immediate evaluation in an emergency setting. Recognizing these situations allows patients to receive prompt treatment and begin recovery without delay. Common reasons people seek trauma emergency care include: - Deep cuts requiring careful medical attention - Bone injuries affecting movement or stability - Head injuries caused by falls or impact - Burns that require clinical evaluation - Severe swelling or pain after accidents - Sports-related injuries affecting joints or muscles Prompt medical evaluation helps physicians identify the severity of the injury and provide treatment designed to support recovery. ### **How Emergency Physicians Evaluate Injuries** When patients arrive at an [emergency department](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency department"), physicians begin with a structured assessment process. This evaluation helps determine the cause and severity of the injury. The process may include: - Reviewing how the injury occurred - Checking vital signs and overall condition - Performing imaging tests when needed - Developing a treatment plan for stabilization This organized approach allows emergency teams to respond efficiently and begin treatment that promotes healing and comfort. ## **Understanding Urgent Care for Minor Injuries** Urgent care clinics treat injuries that need medical attention but remain manageable without advanced emergency resources. These facilities support patients experiencing mild discomfort or minor injuries. Visits usually involve brief examinations and simple treatment plans. Physicians review symptoms and recommend medications or basic procedures when appropriate. Understanding the severity of symptoms helps determine whether urgent care, [**health emergencies**](https://lifesaverser.com/holiday-health-emergencies/), or emergency evaluation is the most suitable option. ### **Common Injuries Treated at Urgent Care** Urgent care clinics manage many minor injuries that benefit from quick medical evaluation. These conditions typically do not require advanced trauma services. Examples of injuries treated in urgent care include: - Minor cuts or small skin wounds - Mild sprains following physical activity - Minor burns that need evaluation - Mild muscle discomfort - Small areas of swelling after minor accidents Physicians review these injuries carefully and recommend treatment that supports healing and comfort. ### **Benefits of Visiting Urgent Care for Minor Injuries** Urgent care centers offer convenient medical evaluation for manageable injuries. These facilities provide timely treatment while allowing emergency departments to focus on more serious conditions. Benefits of urgent care visits include: - Quick assessment of mild injuries - Access to trained healthcare professionals - Guidance on recovery and comfort - Efficient treatment plans that support healing Choosing urgent care for minor injuries helps ensure patients receive appropriate medical attention when needed. ## **![Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/image-1.jpg)** ## **Signs That an Injury Requires Emergency Evaluation** Certain injuries involve symptoms that require specialized medical attention. In these cases, visiting a trauma emergency clinic allows physicians to evaluate the injury quickly and provide appropriate treatment. Emergency physicians focus on stabilizing the injury while identifying the underlying cause of symptoms. Their experience allows them to manage a wide range of trauma situations while maintaining patient comfort throughout the evaluation process. Recognizing these warning signs helps individuals respond quickly when injuries occur. ### **Symptoms That Suggest Emergency Care** Some injury symptoms indicate the need for immediate medical attention. Understanding these signs helps patients seek appropriate care without delay. Symptoms that may require emergency evaluation include: - Severe pain after an accident - Difficulty moving a limb or joint - Persistent swelling around the injured area - Head discomfort following an impact - Burns affecting sensitive skin areas Emergency physicians carefully assess these symptoms and begin treatment designed to stabilize the condition. ### **How Trauma Emergency Care Supports Recovery** Trauma emergency care focuses on identifying injuries quickly and beginning treatment that supports healing. Physicians develop treatment plans based on the patient’s condition and symptoms. The treatment process may involve: - Stabilizing the injured area - Performing imaging tests when needed - Providing medications for comfort - Creating a recovery plan for follow-up care This structured approach helps patients begin the healing process while ensuring their safety and comfort. ## **Preparing for a Visit to a Trauma Emergency Clinic** Being prepared for a medical visit can make the evaluation process smoother and more comfortable. When patients arrive with helpful information, physicians can begin the assessment quickly and provide appropriate trauma emergency care. Understanding what to expect during a visit also helps patients feel more confident during unexpected medical situations. ### **Information That Helps During Emergency Visits** Providing clear information helps emergency teams understand the injury and respond effectively. Simple preparation allows physicians to evaluate symptoms without delays. Helpful information may include: - Personal identification and contact details - A list of medications currently being used - Details about [allergies](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/ "allergies") or health history - Information about how the injury occurred - Contact information for a family member or caregiver Sharing these details helps physicians provide accurate treatment while ensuring patient safety. ### **What Happens During a Trauma Evaluation** Emergency physicians follow a structured process when assessing injuries. This approach allows them to understand the severity of symptoms and determine the most appropriate treatment plan. During the evaluation process, patients may experience: - Initial review of symptoms and injury details - Monitoring of vital signs and physical condition - Diagnostic imaging when necessary - Treatment designed to stabilize the injury This organized evaluation helps ensure patients receive thorough medical attention while supporting recovery. [**Contact Life Savers ER**](https://lifesaverser.com/about-us/) for more information about their trauma emergency clinic and services for health emergencies. ## **Conclusion** Understanding when to visit a trauma emergency room or urgent care clinic helps individuals make confident decisions during injury situations. Trauma emergency clinics provide immediate evaluation and advanced care for injuries that require rapid attention. Urgent care clinics support patients experiencing minor injuries that benefit from timely treatment. Residents across the Houston area have access to medical services designed to support safety, comfort, and recovery. Recognizing injury symptoms and seeking the appropriate level of care helps ensure timely treatment and promotes a smooth healing process. ## **Frequently Asked Questions** **1. When should I visit a trauma emergency clinic?** A trauma emergency clinic is appropriate when injuries involve severe pain, head impact, burns, or difficulty moving a limb. Emergency physicians can evaluate the injury and begin treatment quickly. **2. Can urgent care treat injuries?** Urgent care clinics can treat minor injuries such as small cuts, mild sprains, or minor burns. Physicians provide treatment plans designed to support healing. **3. What does trauma emergency care involve?** Trauma emergency care includes rapid medical evaluation, diagnostic testing, and treatment designed to stabilize injuries and support recovery. **4. How do physicians evaluate injuries in an emergency department?** Physicians review symptoms, assess vital signs, examine the injured area, and perform imaging studies when needed to determine the most appropriate treatment plan. **5. Why is early medical evaluation important after an injury?** Early medical attention allows physicians to identify the cause of symptoms quickly and begin treatment that supports safe and effective recovery. **Categories:** Emergency Health **Tags:** emergency room, Trauma Emergency Room --- ### [When to Go to the ER for Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) **Published:** February 23, 2023 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Heartburn is a burning feeling behind the breastbone, often with a sour or bitter taste in the back of the throat. It happens when the muscle valve at the bottom of the esophagus does not close all the way and stomach acid washes back up. Your stomach is built to handle that acid. Your esophagus is not, which is why it burns. Most episodes come after a large meal or while lying down, and most are not emergencies. A few are, and the difference is worth knowing before you are lying awake at 2 a.m. trying to decide. ### **Heartburn or a heart attack?** Here is the honest answer we give patients: you cannot reliably tell the difference at home, and neither can we over the phone. Heartburn usually burns, follows a meal, comes with a sour taste, and often eases when you sit up. Heart attack pain tends to feel like pressure, squeezing, or tightness, and it may spread to the jaw, neck, back, or either arm. It often arrives with sweating, shortness of breath, nausea, or lightheadedness. Two things trip people up. Antacid relief does not rule out a heart problem, and plenty of heart attacks feel exactly like bad indigestion, especially in women, older adults, and people living with diabetes. If your [chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) is new, severe, or different from your usual heartburn, come in. An EKG and a blood test settle the question quickly. Call 911 rather than driving yourself. ### **Signs that mean go to the ER now** Come in immediately if you have: - Chest pressure or tightness with sweating, shortness of breath, or pain spreading to the jaw, arm, or back - Vomit that contains blood or looks like coffee grounds - Black, tarry, or bloody stools - Trouble swallowing, painful swallowing, or food that feels stuck - Chest pain that wakes you from sleep or comes on with exertion - Severe upper belly pain during pregnancy, particularly with headache, vision changes, or swelling ### **Heartburn so bad you throw up** Reflux can absolutely cause nausea and vomiting, and a rough night of it does not automatically mean something is badly wrong. What matters is what comes up and what comes with it. Blood or dark, gritty material in your vomit is an emergency every time. Forceful repeated vomiting can also tear the lining of the esophagus and cause bleeding on its own. And when vomiting arrives alongside severe pain, fever, or a rigid belly, we look beyond reflux at the gallbladder, pancreas, ulcers, and blockages, which is why our [on-site lab and imaging](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/) matter for this symptom. If you cannot keep liquids down for a full day, dehydration becomes its own problem. ### **How long should heartburn last?** A single episode usually runs from a few minutes to a couple of hours and fades once the acid clears and your stomach empties. That is the normal pattern. The pattern that needs attention is heartburn two or more times a week, or heartburn that keeps returning for several weeks. That is chronic reflux rather than an occasional bad meal, and left alone, ongoing acid exposure can inflame and narrow the esophagus, make swallowing difficult, and change the cells lining it. Needing antacids most days for more than two weeks is a signal to get evaluated, not to buy a bigger bottle. ### **How to get rid of heartburn** Antacids work fast but wear off fast. Acid reducers such as famotidine last longer, and daily medications that shut down acid production are meant for frequent reflux under a provider’s guidance rather than indefinite self-treatment. Habits do more than most people expect: - Stop eating about three hours before bed - Raise the head of your bed six to nine inches, which works better than stacking pillows - Eat smaller, lower-fat meals - Track your own triggers, commonly coffee, alcohol, citrus, tomato, chocolate, mint, onions, and spicy food - Skip tight belts and waistbands - Quit smoking, which weakens that valve directly Heartburn during pregnancy is common, especially late on, and the habit changes above are usually the safest first step. ### **24/7 heartburn and chest pain care in Houston and Sugar Land** You should never have to talk yourself out of getting chest symptoms checked. [Life Savers ER](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) has board-certified emergency physicians, on-site labs and imaging, and a no-wait policy, so you get an answer in minutes instead of sitting in a waiting room wondering. [Check in online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) before you arrive, or come straight to our [Willowbrook, Heights, Summerwood](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/), or [Sugar Land](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) location. If the burning in your chest does not feel like your usual heartburn, walk into any Life Savers ER today. **Categories:** Health & Wellness --- ### [Concussion: A Traumatic Brain Injury](https://lifesaverser.com/concussion/) **Published:** January 2, 2016 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury. It happens when a bump, blow, or jolt to the head, or a hard hit to the body, makes the brain move rapidly back and forth inside the skull. That movement stretches brain cells and sets off chemical changes that alter how the brain works for a time. Most people recover fully, but the first hours and days after the hit are when your decisions matter most. ### **Head injury symptoms, even without losing consciousness** Most concussions happen with no blackout at all. Waiting for someone to pass out before taking a head injury seriously is risky. Symptoms can also take hours to appear, which is why people feel fine at the game and terrible at bedtime. Common signs after a hit to the head include: - Headache or a feeling of pressure in the head - Dizziness, balance problems, or blurry vision - Nausea or vomiting - Feeling foggy or unable to concentrate - Sensitivity to light and noise - Fuzzy memory of the moments just before or after the hit - Sleeping more or less than usual ### **Toddler hit their head? When to worry** Young children cannot describe any of this, so parents are left reading behavior. Watch for crying that will not settle, refusing to eat, losing interest in toys, unsteady walking, or unusual sleepiness. Any head injury in a baby under a year old deserves a visit, since infants show fewer obvious signs and our [pediatric team](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/) would rather check and reassure you than have you wait it out. ### **Head injury danger signs: go to the ER now** Some symptoms point to bleeding or swelling inside the skull, not a simple concussion. Come in immediately for a headache that keeps getting worse, repeated vomiting, seizures, slurred speech, weakness or numbness, one pupil larger than the other, unusual confusion or agitation, or being difficult to wake up. Any loss of consciousness needs evaluation. Some brain bleeds also start with a stretch of feeling fine before symptoms hit. Come in promptly if the injury came from a [car accident](https://lifesaverser.com/auto-accidents/) or a fall from a height, or if you take blood thinners. ### **Urgent care or the ER for a head injury?** Head injuries belong in an [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/). Urgent care clinics usually lack CT imaging, so a suspected bleed gets transferred rather than treated. That said, a concussion does not show up on imaging at all. A CT looks for skull fractures and bleeding, and not every head injury needs one, especially in children, where we weigh the specific risk factors before exposing a child to radiation. Our board-certified emergency physicians make that call in person, with [CT and other imaging on site](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/), so a scan happens fast when it is warranted and is skipped when it is not. ### **Is it safe to sleep after a head injury?** Yes, once a physician has examined the person and ruled out serious injury. The old rule about waking someone every hour is outdated, and sleep helps the brain heal. What still matters is getting evaluated first. If someone cannot hold a conversation, walk steadily, or stay awake, that is an emergency, not a nap. ### **How long does a concussion last?** Most people recover within days to a few weeks, and children and teens often take longer than adults. We advise about 24 to 48 hours of relative rest, meaning normal daily activities with less screen time. After that, light activity such as walking or a stationary bike is encouraged, as long as symptoms do not flare badly. Lying in a dark room for days is outdated and can drag recovery out longer. When headaches, dizziness, sleep trouble, or mood changes last beyond a few weeks, that is called persistent post-concussive symptoms, and it is treatable. ### **Getting back to school and back on the field** School comes before sports, in small steps, with a step backward whenever symptoms spike. The firm rule is avoiding anything that risks a second hit, since a repeat concussion before the first heals can cause rapid, dangerous brain swelling. Student athletes generally need a written physician clearance before their school will let them practice or compete again. Our physicians handle these evaluations, so plan for that visit rather than being surprised by the paperwork later. ### **24/7 head injury care in Houston** Life Savers ER, founded by Dr. Foye Ikyaator in 2015, treats head injuries around the clock with board-certified physicians, a no-wait policy, and on-site imaging and labs. [Check in online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) before you arrive, or come straight to one of our [locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) in Willowbrook, the Heights, Summerwood, or [Sugar Land](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/). If you or your child took a hit to the head and something feels off, walk into any Life Savers ER today. **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [What Happens After the ER? A Patient's Guide to Follow-Up Care](https://lifesaverser.com/after-the-er-follow-up-care/) **Published:** July 20, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** An emergency room visit does not always mean your care is finished when you walk out the door. Follow-up care is the treatment, testing, and check-ins that happen after you leave the ER. It helps make sure your condition keeps improving, catches problems early, and connects you with the right provider for the next step. Whether you came in for [chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/chest-pain/), a bad fall, or a high fever, what you do in the days after your visit matters just as much as the care you got inside. ## Read Your Discharge Papers Carefully Before you leave Life Savers ER, your care team gives you discharge instructions. These papers explain what you were treated for, which medicines to take, and any warning signs to watch for. It is easy to feel rushed or foggy after an emergency, so read everything again once you are home and calm. If a word or instruction does not make sense, call and ask. Understanding your paperwork is one of the simplest ways to avoid a repeat trip. ## Take Your Medications the Right Way If you were prescribed medicine, take it exactly as directed, even if you start feeling better. Stopping antibiotics early, for example, can let an infection come back stronger. Keep a written list of everything you were told to take, including the dose and timing. This list also helps your regular doctor understand what the ER prescribed. ## Schedule Your Follow-Up Appointments Many discharge instructions ask you to follow up with a primary care doctor or a specialist within a certain number of days. Do not put this off. Follow-up visits let a provider check that you are healing, review any test results, and adjust your treatment plan. Some things worth tracking after your visit include: - The name of any specialist you were told to see - Test or imaging results that are still pending - Symptoms that should improve, and how quickly ## Know Which Symptoms Mean “Come Back” Recovery is not always a straight line, but certain changes should send you back for care right away. Return to the ER if your original symptoms get worse instead of better, if you develop a high fever, if pain becomes severe, or if you notice new problems like trouble breathing, confusion, or heavy bleeding. When you are unsure whether something counts as an emergency, it is always safer to get checked than to wait it out at home. ## Keep Up With Rest, Fluids, and Wound Care General recovery habits make a real difference. Drink plenty of water, get enough sleep, and follow any activity limits your care team gave you. If you left with stitches, a bandage, or a cast, keep the area clean and dry and watch for signs of infection like redness, swelling, or drainage. Small daily steps protect the work already done to treat you. ## Why Follow-Up Care Protects Your Recovery The ER handles the urgent problem, but healing continues long after you head home. Reading your instructions, taking your medicine, keeping your appointments, and knowing your warning signs all work together to keep you on track. If you have questions about your recovery or feel your symptoms are getting worse, the board-certified team at [Life Savers ER](https://lifesaverser.com/) is open 24/7 with no wait at our [Houston and Sugar Land locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/). Visit us or check in online anytime you need us. **Categories:** Health & Wellness --- ### [Recovering From Severe Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/recovering-from-severe-dehydration/) **Published:** July 22, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Severe dehydration happens when your body loses more fluid than it takes in, leaving it without enough water to work properly. It can come from heavy sweating in the Houston heat, vomiting, diarrhea, or a high fever. Once you have been treated, often with IV fluids in the ER, the job is not quite done. The days that follow are when your body rebuilds its fluid and nutrient balance, and how you handle that week shapes how quickly you bounce back. ## Keep Replacing Fluids Slowly and Steadily After treatment, sip fluids throughout the day rather than gulping large amounts at once, which can upset your stomach. Water is a good start, but drinks with electrolytes help replace the sodium and potassium your body lost. Aim for pale yellow urine, which is a simple sign you are rehydrating well. Good options during recovery include: - Water and diluted fruit juice - Oral rehydration solutions or electrolyte drinks - Broths and clear soups ## Rebuild Nutrition With Gentle Foods Dehydration often comes alongside an upset stomach, so ease back into eating. Start with bland, easy-to-digest foods and add variety as you feel stronger. Bananas, rice, toast, and cooked vegetables are gentle choices that also return important minerals. Foods with a high water content, like watermelon, cucumber, and oranges, help you hydrate while you eat. ## Rest and Avoid Overdoing It Your body uses energy to recover, so give it time. Take it easy for a few days and avoid intense exercise or long stretches outdoors in the heat. Getting back to normal activity too fast can pull you right back into dehydration, especially during a Houston summer. If the heat itself is a concern, our guide to [heat-related illness in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/heat-related-illness-houston/) covers what to watch for. ## Watch for Signs You Are Not Bouncing Back Most people feel better within a day or two, but some warning signs mean you need care again. Dizziness, a rapid heartbeat, very dark urine, confusion, or an inability to keep any fluids down all suggest your dehydration is not resolving. These are reasons to be seen right away rather than waiting to see if things improve. ## Prevent the Next Round of Dehydration Once you feel steady, a few habits keep dehydration from returning. Drink water regularly instead of waiting until you feel thirsty, especially on hot days or when you are active. If you are sick with vomiting or diarrhea, start replacing fluids early rather than letting them run down. Pay extra attention to children and older adults, who dehydrate faster than others. For more, see our [tips to help prevent dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/7-tips-to-help-prevent-dehydration/). ## Staying Hydrated Keeps You Healthy Recovering from severe dehydration is about steady fluids, gentle nutrition, and rest, all while keeping an eye out for symptoms that are not improving. If you cannot keep fluids down, feel worse instead of better, or notice any of the warning signs above, do not wait it out. The board-certified team at [Life Savers ER](https://lifesaverser.com/) is open 24/7 with no wait across our [Houston and Sugar Land locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/), and you can check in online anytime you need fast, expert care. **Categories:** Health & Wellness, Nutrition --- ### [Having a Severe Headache? It May be Time for the ER](https://lifesaverser.com/severe-headache/) **Published:** July 16, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Most headaches are not dangerous. Tension headaches, migraines, and sinus headaches are common and usually pass with rest, fluids, or over-the-counter medicine. But certain headaches can signal something serious happening inside the brain, like bleeding, infection, or a stroke. Knowing the difference between a routine headache and an emergency one could save your life. The tricky part is that a dangerous headache does not always feel different at first. The clues are often in the details: how fast the pain came on, what other symptoms show up alongside it, and whether anything unusual happened before the headache started. ## Red Flag Symptoms to Watch For Some headache symptoms should never be ignored. Get emergency care right away if you have any of the following: - A sudden, severe headache that hits like a thunderclap and reaches full intensity within seconds or minutes - Headache with a stiff neck, fever, confusion, or trouble staying awake - Headache after a head injury, fall, or car accident - Headache with weakness, numbness, vision changes, slurred speech, or trouble walking - The “worst headache of your life,” especially if it feels different from your usual pattern A thunderclap headache can be a sign of a ruptured blood vessel in the brain, called a subarachnoid hemorrhage. This is a life-threatening condition that needs immediate imaging and treatment. Headaches paired with fever and a stiff neck can point to meningitis, an infection of the membranes around the brain and spinal cord. ## When a Head Injury Is Involved Any headache that follows a blow to the head warrants attention. Even if you did not lose consciousness, a concussion or more serious brain injury could be developing. Symptoms can show up hours or even days after the injury, so do not assume you are in the clear just because you felt fine right after the impact. If your headache followed a collision, our guide to [ER care after a car accident](https://lifesaverser.com/er-care-for-car-accident/) explains what to watch for in the hours that follow. Watch for vomiting, worsening pain, confusion, slurred speech, or changes in mood and behavior after any head trauma. People taking blood thinners are at higher risk for bleeding inside the skull and should be checked out even after what seems like a minor bump. ## Other Concerning Patterns Headaches that change in pattern can also be a warning sign. If you usually get migraines but this one feels different, longer, or more intense, it is time to get checked. The same goes for headaches that wake you from sleep, get worse with coughing or bending over, or accompany a seizure. People over 50 who develop a new type of headache should also be cautious. New headaches in older adults can sometimes be linked to conditions like giant cell arteritis, an inflammatory disease affecting large blood vessels, most commonly the arteries in the head, neck, and arms, or other serious problems that require fast treatment. Because the symptoms overlap with a [stroke](https://lifesaverser.com/how-to-spot-a-stroke/), fast evaluation matters. ## Why Waiting Can Be Dangerous When the cause of a headache is bleeding, infection, or a clot, every minute counts. The longer treatment is delayed, the higher the risk of permanent damage or death. Stroke and brain aneurysm have a small window for the most effective care. Even meningitis can move quickly from headache and fever to life-threatening complications within hours. A freestanding ER can offer a CT scan, MRI, blood work, and a physician evaluation without the long waits often found at hospital emergency rooms. Fast on-site [lab and imaging services](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/) help doctors rule out the most dangerous causes quickly so the right treatment can begin. ## Getting Checked Out at Life Savers ER If you or someone you love is dealing with a headache that feels different, severe, or comes with any of the red flag symptoms listed above, do not wait it out at home. [Life Savers ER](https://lifesaverser.com/) is open 24/7 in Houston and Sugar Land, with on-site CT, MRI, lab, and a board-certified medical team ready to evaluate you right away. Call (281) 697-5250 or visit your nearest [Life Savers ER location](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) to be seen as soon as you walk in. You can also check in online at lifesaverser.com. **Categories:** Emergency Health, Sinus Pressure --- ### [Needle Stick or Animal Bite? Time to Visit the ER](https://lifesaverser.com/needle-stick-or-animal-bite/) **Published:** July 12, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Coming into contact with another person’s blood, saliva, or other body fluids can expose you to serious infections, including hepatitis B, hepatitis C, HIV, rabies, and tetanus. This can happen through accidental needle sticks, human or animal bites, or open wounds that touch contaminated fluids. While not every exposure leads to illness, fast medical care can lower your risk and, in some cases, prevent infection altogether. Knowing what to do in the first few hours after an exposure matters. The choices you make right after the incident can change the outcome. ## Common Ways Exposure Happens Body fluid exposure happens more often in everyday life than people realize. Healthcare workers, first responders, lab techs, custodians, and tattoo artists may face on-the-job risks. But anyone can be exposed through situations like: - Stepping on a needle at a park, beach, or public place - Being bitten or scratched by a dog, cat, bat, or wild animal - Getting splashed in the eye, nose, or mouth by another person’s blood - Sharing personal items like razors or toothbrushes - Cleaning up a sharps spill or finding a needle at home Children are especially vulnerable since they may pick up needles or get bitten while playing. Parents who notice a possible exposure should not wait to seek [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/). ## Why Timing Is So Important For some infections, treatment must start within hours to work well. HIV post-exposure prophylaxis, often called PEP, is most effective when it starts within 72 hours of exposure, and the sooner the better. Rabies shots also need to begin as soon as possible after a bite from a potentially rabid animal, since rabies is nearly always fatal once symptoms appear. Tetanus is another concern with bites and puncture wounds. If your last tetanus booster was more than 5 years ago, you may need an updated shot to stay protected. Hepatitis B can also be prevented or reduced with a vaccine and immune globulin given soon after exposure. ## What to Expect at the ER When you come to the ER after a possible exposure, the medical team will ask about the type of contact, the source if known, your vaccination history, and your overall health. From there, you can expect: - Wound cleaning and care, including stitches if needed - Blood tests to check your baseline status for HIV, hepatitis, and other infections - Medications like antibiotics, antivirals, or PEP based on your specific risk - Vaccines or boosters, including tetanus and rabies shots when appropriate - Guidance on follow-up testing for the weeks and months ahead Having on-site [lab and imaging](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/) means doctors can move quickly. You will not have to wait days for results that affect treatment decisions. ## Cleaning the Wound Right Away Before you head to the ER, wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and warm water. For a needle stick or bite, let the wound bleed freely for a moment to help flush out anything harmful. If body fluids splashed into your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse with clean water for several minutes. Do not try to suck or squeeze the wound, and avoid using bleach or harsh chemicals on your skin. Cover the wound with a clean bandage and head to the nearest emergency room. Try to bring any information you have about the source, such as a photo of the animal, the syringe, or details about the person involved, if applicable. ## Get the Right Care at Life Savers ER A needle stick, bite, or body fluid exposure is not something to ignore or wait out. The earlier you are evaluated, the more options you have to prevent infection. [Life Savers ER](https://lifesaverser.com/) offers 24/7 walk-in care with on-site labs, imaging, and a pharmacy at [locations in Houston and Sugar Land](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/). Board-certified physicians can assess your risk, start the right treatments, and make sure your vaccines are up to date, all in a single visit. Call (281) 697-5250 or check in online at lifesaverser.com to be seen right away. **Categories:** First Aid --- ### [Behavioral Health Emergencies: When Fast Help Saves Lives](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies-when-fast-help-saves-lives/) **Published:** September 1, 2025 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Mental health is just as important as physical health, yet many people are unsure how to recognize a mental health emergency or what to do when one occurs. Behavioral health crises can happen suddenly, and they often carry the same level of urgency as a heart attack or injury. These emergencies can affect people of all ages and backgrounds and may include suicidal thoughts, panic attacks, psychosis, or substance overdoses. Understanding the signs of a [behavioral health](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/ "behavioral health") emergency can help you act quickly and potentially save a life. ### What Is a Behavioral Health Emergency? A behavioral health emergency occurs when a person’s mental state puts them or others at immediate risk. It may involve thoughts or actions related to suicide, self-harm, violence, substance use, or severe mental distress. These situations can quickly escalate, especially if a person is unable to communicate clearly or is disconnected from reality. These emergencies often require fast medical attention to ensure the individual is safe, stable, and connected to the right support. ### Warning Signs of a Mental Health Crisis Recognizing a behavioral health emergency is the first step. Some symptoms may appear gradually, while others come on quickly. These are common red flags to watch for: - Talking about wanting to die or expressing hopelessness - Sudden withdrawal from loved ones or favorite activities - Intense mood swings, anger, or agitation - Acting paranoid, confused, or disoriented - Engaging in reckless or dangerous behavior - Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not there) - Inability to care for basic needs, such as eating or bathing - Statements or signs of self-harm or suicide attempts If someone expresses suicidal thoughts or seems unable to stay safe, they need help immediately. These symptoms should never be ignored or brushed off. ### Substance Overdose and Acute Intoxication Drug and alcohol use can also lead to life-threatening emergencies. In some cases, substance use may overlap with a mental health condition, making the situation more complex. Overdoses, in particular, require immediate medical care. Call for emergency help right away if you notice: - Unconsciousness or unresponsiveness - Slow, irregular, or stopped breathing - Blue lips or fingertips - Vomiting while unconscious - Seizures or twitching - Extreme confusion or aggression Even if you are unsure what substance was used, it is better to get help. Fast treatment can prevent brain damage or death and offer a chance for intervention and support. If any opioid overdose is suspected, naloxone (Narcan) can be given immediately if available, even before emergency services arrive. ### Panic Attacks and Severe Anxiety Some behavioral health emergencies involve intense anxiety or panic that feels overwhelming. While panic attacks can mimic symptoms of heart conditions, first-time or severe episodes should be evaluated to rule out medical causes, especially in people with underlying conditions. While not always life-threatening, they can become emergencies if the person cannot calm down or has trouble breathing. Signs include: - Rapid heartbeat or chest tightness - Feeling faint or dizzy - Shortness of breath - A sense of impending doom - Fear of losing control or dying If these symptoms are new, severe, or worsening, [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care") may be needed to rule out physical causes and provide reassurance and support. ### What Happens During a Behavioral Health ER Visit? When someone comes to the [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room") for a mental health crisis, the first goal is safety. Medical staff will check vital signs, assess mental status, and address any urgent physical concerns, such as injuries or overdose. If the person is at risk of harm, they may be placed in a calm, supervised environment while further evaluation takes place. The care team may: - Perform lab tests or imaging if needed - Administer medication to reduce symptoms - Involve social workers or mental health specialists - Help arrange a transfer to a behavioral health facility if ongoing care is needed Every case is different, and providers work to ensure patients feel heard and supported through each step. ### How Families Can Help in a Crisis If a loved one is going through a behavioral health emergency, you may feel helpless or unsure of what to do. Here are ways you can help: - Stay calm and speak gently. Avoid judgment or confrontation. - Listen closely. Let them share what they are feeling without interruption. - Do not leave them alone. Stay with them until help arrives or they are safe. - Call for emergency help if they are threatening to harm themselves or others. - Bring any medications or important information to the ER if possible. You do not have to handle a mental health emergency alone. Getting professional support can help de-escalate the situation and lead to long-term healing. ### Pediatric and Teen Mental Health Crises Mental health issues are not limited to adults. Children and teens also experience behavioral health emergencies, and their symptoms may look different. Parents and caregivers should take any warning signs seriously, especially during stressful life changes, bullying, or after a trauma. Signs in children and teens may include: - Sudden changes in behavior or personality - Withdrawal from family or friends - Anger or aggression without clear cause - Risky behavior, such as drug use or unsafe sex - Talking about death or expressing self-hate If your child says they want to die or shows signs of severe distress, seek help right away. Do not assume they are exaggerating. Early intervention can prevent serious harm and support recovery. ### Reducing the Stigma Around Mental Health One reason people delay seeking help is fear of judgment. Many still believe that mental health struggles are a personal weakness or something to be ashamed of. This stigma can lead to silence, suffering, and even tragedy. It is important to treat mental health the same way we treat physical health. If someone broke a bone or had [chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "chest pain"), you would not hesitate to take them to the ER. Mental health deserves the same level of care and urgency, because it is just as important. By talking openly, offering support, and knowing when to act, we can create a safer and more compassionate environment for everyone ### When Emergency Care Is the Right Choice Behavioral health emergencies often occur at night, on weekends, or during times when regular doctors are unavailable. Emergency rooms are equipped to handle these situations with the same speed and care as any other urgent medical issue. Choosing to go to the ER does not mean the person will be admitted to a psychiatric hospital. It simply means they are in crisis and need expert help to stabilize, assess, and begin healing. ### Everyone Deserves Fast, Compassionate Help Whether you are helping a loved one or facing a mental health crisis yourself, you are not alone. Emergency care is available around the clock for those who need it. Taking action in the moment can prevent lasting harm and open the door to support, healing, and recovery. Life Savers ER is open 24/7 with no wait times. Our compassionate team is here to support your family through every unexpected moment. **Categories:** Behavioral Health --- ### [The Right Steps to Take If Someone Is Choking](https://lifesaverser.com/the-right-steps-to-take-if-someone-is-choking/) **Published:** October 2, 2019 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Choking happens when something blocks your airway and keeps air from reaching your lungs. Most of the time, the culprit is food that goes down the wrong way. But small objects, certain medical conditions, and allergic reactions can also block the airway. When this happens, the person cannot breathe well or cough the object out on their own. Choking is one of the leading causes of injury-related death, which is why knowing what to do in those first few seconds matters so much. It can happen anywhere. You might be having dinner at a restaurant, sitting at your desk at work, or watching your kids eat a snack. One moment things are calm, and the next, someone is struggling to breathe. Below, we break down why choking happens, how to tell mild from severe, and when it is time to call for emergency help. ## What causes choking? Food is the most common cause of choking, especially in young children and older adults. Some foods are riskier than others because of their size, shape, or texture. Common choking hazards include hot dogs, popcorn, grapes, peanut butter, nuts, and hard candy. But food is not the only cause. Choking can also happen because of: - Small, inedible objects, which children may place in their mouths - Certain medical conditions that make swallowing difficult - Swelling in the throat from a severe allergic reaction Understanding the cause can help you react faster. A person who suddenly cannot speak while eating is likely choking on food, while swelling from an allergy may come on with hives or trouble breathing even without food involved. ## Mild choking: what to do Mild choking means the airway is only partly blocked. The person can usually still speak, cough, or make sounds. You may hear gagging or forceful coughing. In this case, encourage the person to keep coughing, since a strong cough is often the fastest way to clear the object on its own. If coughing does not work, you can help by delivering back blows. Have the person lean forward at the waist, then use the heel of your hand to give firm blows between the shoulder blades. Leaning forward lets gravity help pull the object out instead of letting it slip deeper into the airway. ## Severe choking: a true emergency Severe choking means the airway is fully blocked, and this is a life-threatening emergency. The person will not be able to speak, cough, or breathe. Watch for warning signs that the brain is not getting enough oxygen, such as blue-tinged lips or fingertips, clutching at the throat, panic, or loss of consciousness. Call 911 right away, or have someone nearby call while you begin to help. Have the person bend forward at the waist and deliver firm back blows with the heel of your hand while standing beside them. If the blockage does not clear and the person is still in distress, get to an [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room") without delay. Even after the object comes out, a medical check is smart, since choking can injure the throat or lead to breathing problems later. ## When every second counts Choking can turn serious in just a couple of minutes, so acting quickly is everything. Knowing the difference between mild and severe choking, and staying calm enough to help, can save a life. When in doubt, always call 911 and seek emergency care. ## Trusted 24/7 emergency care in Houston and Sugar Land If you or a loved one experiences a choking emergency or any other urgent medical concern, Life Savers ER is here around the clock. Every location is equipped with board-certified physicians, on-site labs, and advanced imaging to handle life-threatening situations fast, with no wait. Your emergency is our priority. Visit or call one of our 24-hour locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/), or [Mercy ER Sugar Land](https://ercaresugarland.com/). You can also [check in online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) before you arrive. **Categories:** CPR, Emergency Health --- ### [Symptoms of Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) **Published:** March 2, 2023 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Appendicitis is inflammation of the appendix, a small, worm-shaped pouch attached to the beginning of the large intestine. The appendix has no known job in the human body, and doctors often view it as a leftover from our evolutionary past. Some researchers think it may store helpful bacteria, but people who have it removed do not run into any health problems from losing it. The trouble starts because of the appendix’s narrow shape, which makes it easy to block. Once it is blocked, bacteria can build up and cause the appendix to swell and fill with pus. If it is not treated quickly, the appendix can burst and spread infection through the abdomen. That makes appendicitis a true [medical emergency](https://lifesaverser.com/when-to-go-to-er/). ## Signs and symptoms of appendicitis The most well-known sign of appendicitis is belly pain. It often starts as a dull ache near the belly button, then moves to the lower right side of the abdomen and grows sharper over time. Where you feel the pain can vary based on your age and the exact position of your appendix, so it does not always follow the same pattern for everyone. Along with pain, appendicitis usually brings other symptoms. Common ones include: - Nausea and vomiting - [Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "Fever") - Loss of appetite - Abdominal bloating - Diarrhea or constipation If you or a family member develops these symptoms, especially [abdominal pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/ "abdominal pain") that keeps getting worse, it is important to be seen right away. Getting to an [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) quickly can confirm the diagnosis before the appendix has a chance to rupture. ## How appendicitis is diagnosed Doctors can often spot appendicitis by reviewing your symptoms and doing a physical exam. To be sure, they may order a few additional tests to rule out other causes of belly pain. These can include a CT scan or ultrasound, a urine sample, and blood work. Together, these tools help the care team confirm what is going on and act fast. ## How appendicitis is treated Appendicitis is considered a surgical emergency because it can turn into a life-threatening infection in a short amount of time. In most cases, the appendix needs to be removed as soon as possible. This procedure is called an appendectomy. Since the appendix does not serve an important purpose, removing it does not cause any long-term problems, and most people recover well. ## Why fast care makes the difference The biggest danger with appendicitis is waiting too long. What starts as mild belly pain can become a burst appendix and a serious infection within hours. Listening to your body and getting checked early gives you the best chance at a smooth, uncomplicated recovery. ## Trusted 24/7 emergency care in Houston and Sugar Land If you think you or a loved one may have appendicitis, do not wait it out at home. Life Savers ER is open around the clock with board-certified physicians, an on-site lab, and a CT scanner for fast, accurate diagnosis, all with no wait. Your emergency is our priority. Visit or call one of our 24-hour locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/), or [Mercy ER Sugar Land](https://ercaresugarland.com/). You can also [check in online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) before you arrive. **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [When To Go the ER for a UTI](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) **Published:** February 11, 2023 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Urinary tract infections (UTI) are very common. It is estimated that around 50–60% of women will develop at least one UTI in their lifetime. UTIs occur when bacteria (germs) get into the lower urinary tract and find themselves in the bladder or urethra. If a UTI is not treated quickly or adequately, the infection can move up the urinary tract and into the kidneys. These complications are why it is important that UTIs are treated properly. ## Risk Factors for Developing a UTI One of the most important risk factors for developing a UTI is having been diagnosed with a UTI in the past. Unfortunately, having a UTI in the past makes you susceptible to having another one in the future. Other risk factors include: - Frequent or recent sexual activity – sexual activity tends to increase the risk of a UTI. Having a new partner also increases the risk - Contraception methods like diaphragms or spermicidal agents may increase the risk of a UTI - Menopause -after menopause, a decline in circulating estrogen causes changes in the urinary tract that make you more vulnerable to UTIs - Certain medical conditions like [diabetes](https://lifesaverser.com/diabetes-basic-facts/ "diabetes") can increase your risk of getting a UTI - Pregnancy also increases the risk of developing a UTI. UTIs in pregnancy should always be taken seriously due to the potential complications that it can lead to ## Symptoms of a UTI When UTIs cause signs or symptoms these usually include: - A frequent urge to urinate - A burning sensation when urinating - Urine that appears cloudy in colour - Strong-smelling urine - Urine that appears red, bright pink or cola-colour — a sign of blood in the urine If the infection spreads to the upper urinary tract or to the kidneys (known as pyelonephritis), signs and symptoms may include: - Back pain around upper sides or waist - Fever or chills - Nausea and/or vomiting ## Diagnosis Several methods may be used to determine whether you have a UTI. - A urine sample may be used to evaluate the number of bacteria and white blood cells present. - A pelvic exam may be needed to rule out a pelvic problem. ## Management Urinary tract infections are treated with antibiotics. Your doctor may recommend testing your urine after the treatment is finished to be sure the infection has completely cleared up. Some patients feel better within 24 hours of being on antibiotics, but it is important to take all of the medication provided to remove the bacteria. ## Preventing UTIs You can help prevent UTIs by practicing the following health habits: - Practice good personal hygiene. Always wipe from front to back. Douching is not advised. - Stay hydrated, drink plenty of fluids (at least three to four glasses of water each day) to help flush bacteria out of the urinary tract. - Empty your bladder completely as soon as you feel the urge, or at least every three hours. - Get plenty of vitamin C. It makes urine acidic and helps keep bacteria down. Vitamin C is found in orange juice, citrus fruits, and broccoli. - Wear cotton underwear. Bacteria grow better in moist places. Cotton does not trap moisture. If you contract a UTI or suspect you might have one, make an appointment to see your doctor. ### References - - ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Emergency Health, Health & Wellness --- ### [When to Go to an Emergency Room for Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) **Published:** October 4, 2022 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Waking up with a red, watery, or crusty eye can be unsettling, especially when it happens overnight or over the weekend when your regular doctor’s office is closed. Because it usually takes a medical doctor to tell whether your pink eye is viral or bacterial, and because the right treatment depends on that answer, it helps to have somewhere to turn at any hour. Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is open around the clock to check your symptoms, determine the cause, and get you on the path to relief, no appointment needed. ## Causes Pink eye is commonly caused by a bacterial or viral infection but it may also be caused by: - Allergens (something you are allergic too) - Chemicals - Contact lens - A foreign body in the eye (like a loose eyelash) ## Symptoms Symptoms of pink eye may include - Pink or red color in the white of the eye(s) - Swelling of the thin layer that lines the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelid and/or eyelids (the conjunctiva) - Increased tear production - Feeling like a foreign body is in the eye(s) or an urge to rub the eye(s) - Itching, irritation, and/or burning - Discharge from the eye - Crusting of eyelids or lashes, especially in the morning ## When to go to the emergency room You should seek urgent medical care in the following cases You have experienced changes in vision. Pink eye rarely affects our vision so if you notice vision changes, seek urgent care - A feeling that something is stuck in your eye - Blurred vision - Light sensitivity - If your symptoms don’t start to get better within 12 to 24 hours or if your symptoms worsen over time. If you experience one or more of the above, seek medical help as a matter of urgency ## Management Pink eye does not always require urgent care. It depends on the severity and the cause. In all cases however, if you wear contact lenses, remove them as soon as pink eye symptoms begin. Do not put them back on until symptoms are completely resolved. ## Mild cases of pink eye These usually go away on their own within a few days. To help relieve some of the inflammation and dryness caused by pinkeye: - Use cold compresses or artificial tears (these are available over the counter without a prescription). ## Pink eye that is caused by a virus (Viral conjunctivitis) or a bacterial infection (bacterial conjunctivitis) Viral conjunctivitis does not usually need treatment and resolves on its own. Bacterial conjunctivitis may require antibiotics to reduce the length of your symptoms and the amount of time you’re contagious. Because it usually requires a medical doctor to help determine whether you have viral or bacterial conjunctivitis, it is important to go to an [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room") if you notice any of the symptoms listed above or if your pink eye doesn’t get better over 12-24 hours. ## Transmission It’s important to note that Pink eye is extremely contagious and can be spread by close personal contact. This may happen by - Touching or shaking hands - Touching your eyes before washing your hands and then touching another object or person. If you have pink eye, practice good hand hygiene. Additionally, be sure to let household contacts know that you’ll be taking extra precautions to help stop transmission. ### References - - ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [Why Is the Room Spinning? Causes of Sudden Vertigo](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-sudden-vertigo/) **Published:** June 12, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Vertigo is the sensation that you or the room around you is spinning, even though nothing is actually moving. It is not the same as simply feeling lightheaded or dizzy. True vertigo involves a distinct sense of rotational movement and can make it difficult to stand, walk, or even keep your eyes focused. While vertigo is surprisingly common and often caused by something treatable, it can occasionally be a sign of something more serious. Knowing the difference can help you decide when to wait it out and when to seek [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/). ## Common Causes That Are Not Usually Dangerous The most frequent cause of vertigo is a condition called benign paroxysmal positional vertigo, or BPPV. This happens when tiny calcium crystals inside your inner ear become dislodged and move into the ear canals, where they do not belong. When you change the position of your head, such as rolling over in bed, looking up, or bending down, these crystals send confusing signals to your brain about your body’s position. The result is a brief but intense spinning sensation that usually lasts less than a minute. BPPV is not dangerous, and it can often be treated with a simple head repositioning technique performed by a healthcare provider. It is most common in adults over the age of 50, but it can happen to anyone. Inner ear infections, sometimes called labyrinthitis or vestibular neuritis, are another common cause. These conditions occur when a viral infection causes inflammation in the inner ear or the nerve that connects it to the brain. Along with vertigo, you may experience nausea, difficulty balancing, and sometimes hearing changes. These infections usually improve on their own within a few weeks, though medication can help manage symptoms in the meantime. Meniere’s disease is a chronic inner ear condition that causes episodes of vertigo lasting anywhere from 20 minutes to several hours. It is often accompanied by ringing in the ears, a feeling of fullness or pressure in one ear, and fluctuating hearing loss. While Meniere’s disease is not life-threatening, it does require ongoing management with a healthcare provider. ## When Vertigo Could Signal Something Serious Most vertigo is related to inner ear problems and resolves with time or treatment. But in some cases, sudden vertigo can be a warning sign of a stroke or other neurological emergency. This is especially true if the vertigo comes on suddenly and is accompanied by other symptoms. Pay close attention if vertigo occurs along with slurred speech or difficulty forming words. Trouble walking, loss of coordination, or a sudden inability to maintain your balance that is significantly worse than typical dizziness should also raise concern. Weakness or numbness on one side of the body, severe headache that comes on without warning, double vision, or difficulty swallowing are all additional red flags. Learning [how to spot a stroke](https://lifesaverser.com/how-to-spot-a-stroke/) can help you act quickly when these signs appear together. These symptoms together may indicate that blood flow to the brain has been disrupted. A stroke requires immediate emergency treatment, and every minute matters when it comes to outcomes. Because [stroke is a time-sensitive emergency](https://lifesaverser.com/heart-attack-and-stroke/), if you or someone near you is experiencing vertigo alongside any of these warning signs, call 911 or get to an emergency room right away. ## Other Possible Causes Worth Knowing About Low blood pressure can trigger dizziness and a feeling of spinning, especially when you stand up too quickly. This is called orthostatic hypotension and is more common in older adults, people who are dehydrated, or those taking certain blood pressure medications. Migraines can also cause vertigo, even without a headache. Vestibular migraines produce episodes of vertigo that can last from a few minutes to several hours and may be accompanied by sensitivity to light and sound, nausea, or visual disturbances. If you have a history of migraines and are experiencing new episodes of vertigo, it is worth discussing with your doctor. Certain medications, including some antibiotics, blood pressure drugs, and anti-seizure medications, can affect the inner ear or brain in ways that produce vertigo as a side effect. If you recently started a new medication and are noticing spinning sensations, talk to your prescribing provider before stopping anything on your own. ## What to Expect During an ER Visit for Vertigo If your vertigo is severe, does not go away, or is accompanied by any of the neurological warning signs mentioned above, head for an emergency room. The medical team will evaluate your symptoms, check your vital signs, and likely perform neurological testing to assess your coordination, reflexes, and eye movements. Imaging may also be needed. A CT scan can help rule out bleeding in the brain, and in some cases an MRI may be used for a more detailed look. At Life Savers ER, on-site [CT scans, MRI, and a full diagnostic lab](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/) are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so you can get answers sooner rather than later. Board-certified emergency physicians can determine whether your vertigo is related to an inner ear issue or something that needs more urgent intervention. If a stroke or other serious condition is suspected, rapid diagnosis is critical for effective treatment. ## Don’t Ignore Vertigo That Feels Different A brief episode of room-spinning when you turn your head in bed is usually nothing to worry about. But vertigo that hits suddenly and hard, lasts for an extended period, or shows up with symptoms like slurred speech, weakness, or a severe headache deserves prompt medical attention. If you are experiencing vertigo and are unsure whether it requires emergency care, visit Life Savers ER for a thorough evaluation. With 24/7 availability, no wait times, and advanced imaging on-site at every location, you can get the answers you need without delay. [Check in online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) or call (281) 697-5250. **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [My Child Swallowed Something: Should We Rush to the ER?](https://lifesaverser.com/my-child-swallowed-something/) **Published:** June 8, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Most parents will deal with this at least once. Young children explore the world by putting things in their mouths, and sometimes swallow those things. While many swallowed objects pass through the body without causing harm, certain items can create a real medical emergency that needs immediate attention. Understanding which swallowed objects are dangerous and which ones will likely pass on their own can help you stay calm and act quickly when it matters most. ## Not All Swallowed Objects Are Created Equal Small, smooth, rounded objects like a marble or a tiny bead will usually travel through your child’s digestive tract and come out naturally within a few days. Coins are one of the most commonly swallowed items in children, and most of the time, they pass without any issues. But some objects are genuinely dangerous. Button batteries, sometimes called disc batteries, are one of the most serious swallowing hazards for children. These small, flat batteries are found in remote controls, hearing aids, watches, and toys. When a button battery gets stuck in the esophagus, it can cause severe chemical burns to the tissue in as little as two hours. This type of injury can be life-threatening and requires [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/) right away. Magnets are another major concern, especially when a child swallows more than one. Multiple magnets can attract each other through the walls of the intestines, pinching the tissue between them. This can lead to blockages, holes in the intestinal wall, or serious infection. Even a single magnet swallowed along with a metal object can cause damage. Sharp objects like open safety pins, broken pieces of plastic, or small screws also call for immediate medical evaluation. These items can puncture or tear the lining of the throat, stomach, or intestines as they move through the body. ## Symptoms That Mean You Should Head to the ER You may not be present to see your child swallow something. Knowing the warning signs can help you catch the problem early. Take your child to the emergency room if you notice any of the following symptoms after a suspected or confirmed swallowing incident: - Drooling more than usual - Difficulty swallowing - Refusing to eat or drink - Gagging, choking, or coughing that is persistent Complaints of chest pain or throat pain should also be taken seriously, especially in a child who is not typically vocal about discomfort. Vomiting, particularly if it contains blood, is another red flag. Stomach pain, fever, or bloody stool in the hours or days after swallowing something could mean the object has caused internal injury. If your child is actively gagging or struggling to breathe, knowing [the right steps to take when someone is choking](https://lifesaverser.com/the-right-steps-to-take-if-someone-is-choking/) can help in the moment. If your child swallowed a button battery or multiple magnets, do not wait for symptoms to appear. Head to the emergency room immediately. ## What Happens at the ER When you arrive at the emergency room, the medical team will want to know what your child swallowed, how long ago it happened, and what symptoms you have noticed. An X-ray is typically the first step to locate the object and determine its size and position. At Life Savers ER, on-site [diagnostic imaging](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/), including X-rays, CT scans, and ultrasound, is available around the clock, so there is no delay in determining the location of the object and best next steps. Board-certified physicians can assess the situation immediately and decide whether the object is likely to pass on its own or whether further intervention is needed. In many cases, especially with small, smooth objects that have already moved past the esophagus, the doctor may recommend monitoring at home and watching for the object to pass naturally. You will likely be instructed to check your child’s stool over the next several days. If the object is stuck, sharp, or dangerous, the medical team may need to remove it. Button batteries lodged in the esophagus, for example, typically need to be removed as quickly as possible to prevent tissue damage. ## How to Reduce Risk at Home Prevention goes a long way when it comes to keeping small children safe. Store button batteries and products that contain them out of reach, and secure battery compartments with tape if they do not have a screw-closed cover. Keep magnets, especially small high-powered ones, away from young children entirely. Regularly check floors and low surfaces for small objects like coins, pins, and broken toy pieces. Be mindful of older siblings’ toys that may contain small parts not intended for younger children. Keeping a close eye on toddlers during mealtimes can also help, since foods like whole grapes, nuts, and hard candy are common choking hazards. ## When in Doubt, Get It Checked Out If your child has swallowed something and you are unsure whether it is dangerous, it is always better to err on the side of caution. Some internal injuries from swallowed objects do not show obvious symptoms right away, and early detection makes a big difference in outcomes. If you are weighing the decision, this guide on [when to take your child to the ER](https://lifesaverser.com/when-to-take-child-to-er/) can offer additional clarity. Life Savers ER is open 24/7 with a no-wait policy and on-site imaging available at all times. If your child swallows something concerning, visit any [Life Savers ER location](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) in Houston or Sugar Land for immediate evaluation. You can also [check in online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) to save time when you arrive. **Categories:** First Aid --- ### [Tips to Prevent Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) **Published:** July 13, 2023 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Dehydration can hit you much faster than you think. Dehydration occurs when the body loses more fluid than it takes in. When the normal water content of the body is reduced, this can upset the balance of minerals (salts and sugar) in the body. This change starts to affect the way the body functions and in the most extreme cases, it can contribute to a life-threatening illness like heat stroke. ## What causes dehydration? Simply put, a lack of water intake can cause dehydration. However, there are certain conditions that can make this more likely. - Periods of high heat where water intake is limited. - Periods of high heat experienced by those who are unwell (eg [fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "fever"), diarrhea, or vomiting). This combination of heat plus losing of bodily fluids can lead to dehydration quickly. ## Signs and symptoms of dehydration - A headache - Fatigue - Dizziness - Muscle cramps - Flushed skin ## Who is at increased risk of suffering from dehydration? Anyone can experience dehydration, but it is particularly important to pay attention to the signs and symptoms of dehydration in the following groups: - Babies and toddlers - Children - The Elderly - Those on certain medications such as diuretics, oral medications for Type II [diabetes](https://lifesaverser.com/diabetes-basic-facts/ "diabetes"), or chemotherapy drugs for cancer All of these groups are very susceptible to dehydration and the situation can become very serious, very quickly. Be sure to keep a close eye on signs and symptoms. ## Tips to prevent dehydration - If you’re out in the sun for long periods of time, be sure to carry large quantities of water with you -in the car, on your person, or anywhere you’ll be spending more than a few hours. - Do not wait until you’re thirsty to drink water. It’s best to drink water periodically throughout the day. - Pay attention to signs of dehydration such as dry cracked lips, headaches, or muscle cramps. - If you’re in a hot climate or playing or working in the sun, be sure to increase your fluid intake to account for the extra water loss. - Cool down with popsicles, ice cream, and other cold treats. This is especially useful for children. - Don’t skip meals. You typically get much of your fluids from regular meals. - Limit coffee, alcohol, and caffeinated drinks Enjoy the great [summer weather but do so safely](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-safe-while-drinking-alcohol-in-summer-weather/) and always keep in mind your hydration status. If dehydration isn’t relieved with water or worsens over time, seek urgent help right away. ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [Do you really need a Flu Shot?](https://lifesaverser.com/do-you-really-need-a-flu-shot/) **Published:** October 1, 2017 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Flu season is approaching. And the question remains whether a flu shot is necessary. If you are a health professional or work in a school, absolutely! But for others whose work environment may be low-risk for illnesses and cold symptoms, getting a flu shot is still highly recommended. The common reason doctors see patients in the months of November to March are due to cold related symptoms. Those who have other pre-existing illnesses are at a greater risk of complications if they get the flu. All in all, Flu shots not only protect you but those around you. **When is the flu vaccine available?** Because the flu vaccine is produced by private manufacturers, its availability depends on when production is completed. Manufacturers generally distribute flu vaccines between August and October until all vaccine is distributed. Doctors and nurses are encouraged to begin vaccinating people as soon as the flu vaccine is available in their areas. It takes up to two weeks to build immunity after a flu shot, but you can benefit from the vaccine even if you don’t get it until after flu season starts. **Why do I need to get vaccinated every year?** New flu vaccines are released every year to keep up with rapidly adapting flu viruses. Because flu viruses evolve so quickly, last year’s vaccine may not protect you from this year’s viruses. After vaccination, your immune system produces antibodies that will protect you from the vaccine viruses. In general, though, antibody levels start to decline over time — another reason to get a flu shot every year. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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Eat slowly and savor every bite, and before you go back for seconds wait 10 minutes to see if you really are still hungry. # **Keep Working Out!** With holiday shopping, cooking, and dinner parties, it can be hard to find time to work out. It is easy for one to fall behind on exercise routines during the holidays. Oftentimes we put it off all together until the New Year. But try to make time to squeeze in a workout. Even if it means waking up early before everyone else in the house for a quick workout, hitting the gym before holiday shopping or creating an upbeat playlist to dance to while cleaning up the house. # **Pack Your Own Food** Make sandwiches, wraps and tubs of salad and include low-fat crisps, fruit and ­low-sugar cereal bars. You’ll resist the temptation to buy ­high-fat fast food while traveling. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Health & Wellness --- ### [Are you getting enough sleep?](https://lifesaverser.com/are-you-getting-enough-sleep/) **Published:** February 4, 2018 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** [How much sleep you need to stay healthy, alert, and active](https://www.everydayhealth.com/photogallery/goodnightsleep.aspx) depends on your age and varies from person to person. Most adults need at least seven or more hours of sleep each night. The National Sleep Foundation and a panel of 18 experts examined than 300 studies to identify the ideal amount of time a person needs to sleep according to their age: - Newborns (0 to 3 months): 14 to 17 hours of sleep - Infants (4 to 11 months): 12 to 15 hours of sleep - Toddlers (1 to 2 years): 11 to 14 hours of sleep - Preschoolers (3 to 5 years): 10 to 13 hours of sleep - School-aged children (6 to 13 years): 9 to 11 hours of sleep - Teenagers (14 to 17 years): 8 to 10 hours of sleep - Young adults (18 to 25 years): 7 to 9 hours of sleep - Adults (26 to 64 years): 7 to 9 hours of sleep - Older adults (65 years or older): 7 to 8 hours of sleep #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Health & Wellness --- ### [Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)](https://lifesaverser.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/) **Published:** January 28, 2016 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Hypertension, also referred to as high blood pressure is a condition in which the arteries have persistently elevated blood pressure. Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of the arteries that carry blood o other parts of the body. The table below shows normal blood pressure numbers for adults. It also shows which numbers put you at greater risk for health problems. ### **Categories for Blood Pressure Levels in Adults (measured in millimeters of mercury, or mmHg)** **Category****Systolic (Top number)****Diastolic (Bottom number)****Normal**Less than 120*And*Less than 80**Prehypertension**120–139*Or*80–89**[High blood pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/ "High blood pressure")** **Stage 1**140–159*Or*90–99 **Stage 2**160 or higher*Or*100 or higherThe ranges in the table apply to most adults (aged 18 and older) who don’t have short-term serious illnesses. ### **Hypertension is Classified as:** 1. [Primary (essential) hypertension](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Essential_hypertension) 2. [Secondary hypertension](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Secondary_hypertension); One of the most dangerous aspects of hypertension is that you may not know that you have it. In fact, nearly one-third of people who have high blood pressure don’t know it. The only way to know if your blood pressure is high is through regular checkups. This is especially important if you have a close relative that has high blood pressure. ### **If your blood pressure is extremely high, there may be certain symptoms to look out for, including**: - Severe headache - Fatigue or confusion - Vision problems - [Chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "Chest pain") - Difficulty breathing - Irregular heartbeat - Blood in the urine - Pounding in your chest, neck, or ears If you have any of these symptoms,[ see a doctor](https://lifesaverser.com/) immediately. You could be having a hypertensive crisis that could lead to a heart attack or stroke. Untreated hypertension can lead to serious diseases, including stroke, heart disease, kidney failure and [eye problems](http://www.webmd.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/guide/eye-disease-high-blood-pressure). ## **Cause of Hypertension:** ### Primary Hypertension Primary (essential) hypertension is the most common form of hypertension. Blood pressure often rises with [aging](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aging) making the risk of becoming hypertensive in later life high. Genetics and environmental factors play a large role in the development of hypertension. Lifestyle factors that lower blood pressure include: - Reduced salt intake - Weight loss - Increased fruit and low fat food consumption - Recent studies have also implicated events early in life such as low birth weight, maternal smoking and lack of breast feeding. ### Secondary Hypertension Secondary hypertension is usually caused by an underlying medical condition. It tends to appear suddenly and cause higher blood pressure than primary hypertension. Various conditions and medications can lead to secondary hypertension, including: - Kidney problems - Adrenal gland tumors - Thyroid problems - Certain defects in blood vessels you’re born with (congenital) - Certain medications, such as birth control pills, cold remedies, decongestants, over-the-counter pain relievers and some prescription drugs - Illegal drugs, such as cocaine and amphetamines - Alcohol abuse or chronic alcohol use - Obstructive sleep apnea Hypertension, increases your risk of developing many serious health problems, including heart disease, [stroke](http://www.everydayhealth.com/senior-health/stroke/index.aspx), and kidney disease. It is estimated that nearly one out of every three Americans has high blood pressure. While you can’t always control whether you get high blood pressure, there are healthy lifestyle habits you can develop to help prevent hypertension and reduce your risk of high blood pressure-related health problems in the future. ### **Hypertension Prevention Factors You Can Control**!! Your age, along with a family history of hypertension and ethnicity are among the hypertension risk factors that are out of your control. When it comes to preventing high blood pressure, the idea is to focus on the risk factors that you can change. To avoid a hypertension diagnosis, make these healthy lifestyle choices: 1. **Maintain a healthy weight.** When it comes to hypertension prevention, your weight is crucial. People who are overweight should try to lose weight, and people of normal weight should avoid adding on any pounds. If you are carrying extra weight, losing as little as 10 pounds can help prevent high blood pressure. Talk with your doctor about the best weight for you. 2. **Eat a balanced diet.** Eating healthful foods can help keep your blood pressure under control. Get plenty of fruits and vegetables, especially those rich in potassium, and limit your intake of excess calories, fat, and sugar. Consider following the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension, or [DASH, diet](http://www.everydayhealth.com/diet-photos/dash-diet.aspx), which has been shown to help manage blood pressure. 3. **Cut back on salt.** For many people, eating a [low-sodium diet](http://www.everydayhealth.com/hypertension/managing/consume-less-salt.aspx) can help keep blood pressure normal. You can cut back on your total salt intake by avoiding high-sodium packaged and processed foods and not adding extra salt to your meals. Many companies have welcomed this by creating salt free flavor enhancers. Check your local grocery store today. 4. **Exercise regularly.** Get moving to prevent hypertension. The more exercise you get, the better, but even a little bit can help control blood pressure. Moderate exercise for about 30 minutes three times a week is a good start. 5. **Limit the alcohol.** Drinking too much alcohol can lead to high blood pressure. 6. **Monitor your blood pressure.** Make sure that you have your blood pressure measured regularly, either at your doctor’s office or at home. High blood pressure often occurs with no symptoms, so only blood pressure readings will tell you if your blood pressure is on the rise. If your doctor determines that you have prehypertension — blood pressure in the range of 120-139/80-89 millimeters of mercury (mmHg) that puts you at increased risk of developing hypertension — your doctor may recommend extra steps as a safeguard. Take a look at your lifestyle habits and decide where you can make changes to help prevent hypertension. Conquer small goals, such as snacking on fruits and vegetables instead of junk food, and continue to practice these good habits until they are a part of your daily routine. When does high blood pressure become an emergency? When the blood pressure rises to the point where the organs that the heart is pumping to are experiencing negative effects. Some of the lasting and devastating effects of high blood pressure are: - Brain Stroke - Kidney Failure - Congestive Heart Failure - Loss of consciousness - Vision loss - [Chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "Chest pain") - Heart attack - Aortic Dissection (a tear in the great artery that pumps out blood from the heart) - Eclampsia (only in pregnant and postpartum women) Again, many of these problems can be asymptomatic however if you do have symptoms that may suggest elevated blood pressure including headache, weakness, shortness of breath, severe anxiety, please go to the nearest [Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/) for evaluation. **At Life Savers [Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Emergency Room")**, we are committed to your healthy heart and offer drop in blood pressure checks 24/7. Our nursing staff will check your BP and can advise on the next steps based on the numbers. Our physicians are also available for counseling and evaluation. We are fully staffed with on site laboratory, EKG, X-ray and CT scan as well as a pharmacy to treat your blood pressure when needed. **Stay Safe, Stay Healthy** #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Health & Wellness --- ### [Signs of Internal Bleeding You Shouldn't Ignore](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-of-internal-bleeding/) **Published:** May 4, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Internal bleeding happens when blood leaks from blood vessels inside the body and collects in tissues, organs, or body cavities. Unlike a visible cut or scrape, there’s no obvious wound to see, which is what makes it so dangerous. Internal bleeding can result from trauma like a car accident or fall, but it can also develop gradually from certain medical conditions or medications. ## What Causes Internal Bleeding? Trauma is one of the most common causes. [Car accidents](https://lifesaverser.com/auto-accidents/), falls, sports injuries, and blows to the body can damage internal organs or blood vessels without breaking the skin. Even if you feel fine after an accident, internal injuries can develop over the following hours or days. Blood-thinning medications like warfarin, aspirin, and newer anticoagulants also raise the risk. These medications are important for preventing blood clots, but they can make it easier to bleed internally, even from minor injuries. People taking blood thinners should be especially alert to any new or unusual symptoms after bumps or falls. Other potential causes include gastrointestinal conditions like ulcers, aneurysms, and certain cancers. Sometimes internal bleeding happens spontaneously in people with clotting disorders. ## Symptoms That Are Easy to Miss Internal bleeding doesn’t always announce itself with dramatic symptoms. In many cases, the signs develop slowly and can be mistaken for something less serious. Unexplained bruising is one early clue, particularly large bruises that show up without a clear injury, or bruises that seem out of proportion to a minor bump. Dark or purplish bruising on the trunk or abdomen is especially worth paying attention to. Dizziness and lightheadedness, particularly when standing up, can signal that blood loss is affecting your circulation. You might also notice that your heart feels like it’s racing even when you’re resting, as your heart works harder to compensate for reduced blood volume. Unusual fatigue that comes on suddenly or worsens over a short period can also be a sign. If you feel significantly more tired than usual without a clear explanation, it’s worth getting checked out. ## Changes in Stool and Urine Your bathroom habits can reveal important information about what’s happening inside your body. Black, tarry stools often indicate bleeding in the upper gastrointestinal tract, such as the stomach or upper intestines. Bright red blood in your stool typically suggests bleeding lower in the digestive tract, like the colon or rectum. Dark or tea-colored urine can point to bleeding in the kidneys or urinary tract. If you notice blood in your urine, even if it’s just a pinkish tint, that’s a reason to seek medical attention promptly. Vomiting blood is another clear warning sign. The blood might look bright red, or it might resemble dark coffee grounds, which indicates it has been partially digested. ## Abdominal Bleeding Warning Signs When internal bleeding occurs in the abdomen, it can cause swelling, tightness, or [pain that may feel mild at first and gradually worsen](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/). Your abdomen might feel tender to the touch or look visibly distended. Some people describe a feeling of fullness or pressure that seems to come from deep inside. Severe abdominal pain that comes on suddenly after an injury or accident should always be taken seriously. This type of pain can indicate bleeding from a damaged organ like the spleen or liver, which can become life-threatening without treatment. ## Why Internal Bleeding Is Always an Emergency Internal bleeding won’t stop on its own, the way a small external cut might. Without treatment, even slow internal bleeding can lead to dangerously low blood pressure, organ damage, shock, and potentially death. The longer bleeding goes undetected, the more complicated the treatment becomes. This is especially true after [trauma](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/). People involved in car accidents sometimes decline medical care because they feel okay initially, only to develop serious symptoms hours later as internal bleeding progresses. The same goes for falls, particularly in older adults or anyone on blood thinners. ## Recognizing the Signs That Could Save Your Life Internal bleeding is always a medical emergency. If you or someone you’re with experiences unexplained bruising, sudden dizziness, dark stools, abdominal swelling, or any combination of these symptoms after a fall, accident, or injury, don’t wait to see if it gets better. [Life Savers ER](https://lifesaverser.com/) is open 24/7 with on-site CT scans, [labs, and diagnostic imaging](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/) that can quickly identify internal bleeding and get treatment started. Visit any of our [Houston locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/), or check in online at lifesaverser.com. **Categories:** Abdominal Pain, Emergency Health --- ### [How To Tell if You Have a Stomach Bug or Food Poisoning](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-bug-or-food-poisoning/) **Published:** May 13, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** You’re dealing with nausea, cramps, and frequent trips to the bathroom. The big question is whether you picked up a virus or ate something that made you sick. While a stomach bug and food poisoning can feel very similar, they actually have different causes, different timelines, and different warning signs that can help you figure out what’s going on. ## What’s Causing Your Symptoms? A stomach bug, known medically as viral gastroenteritis, is an infection caused by a virus like norovirus or rotavirus. You catch it through close contact with someone who’s infected, or by touching contaminated surfaces and then touching your mouth. It spreads easily in households, schools, and workplaces. Food poisoning, on the other hand, happens when you eat or drink something contaminated with harmful bacteria, parasites, or toxins. Common culprits include Salmonella, E. coli, and Staphylococcus aureus. Undercooked meat, unwashed produce, and improperly stored leftovers are frequent sources. ## How Timing Can Help You Tell the Difference One of the most helpful clues is how quickly your symptoms started. Food poisoning caused by bacterial toxins (like those from Staph bacteria) can hit within one to six hours of eating contaminated food. You may be able to trace it back to a specific meal. A stomach bug usually takes longer to show up. Symptoms typically develop 12 to 48 hours after you’ve been exposed to the virus. You might not be able to pinpoint exactly when or where you picked it up, especially if no one around you seemed sick at the time. ## Comparing the Symptoms Both conditions cause [nausea, vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/), diarrhea, and stomach cramps. But there are some subtle differences worth paying attention to. With food poisoning, vomiting and diarrhea tend to come on strong and fast. [Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "Fever") is less common with toxin-based food poisoning, though bacterial infections like Salmonella can cause a higher fever. You may also notice that other people who ate the same food are getting sick, too. A stomach bug often starts with nausea and a general feeling of being unwell before vomiting and diarrhea kick in. Low-grade fever, body aches, and headaches are more common with viral gastroenteritis. These symptoms can feel a lot like a mild flu. ## How Long Will My Symptoms Last? Most cases of food poisoning resolve within one to three days, depending on the type of bacteria or toxin involved. Some bacterial infections, like those caused by E. coli, can last longer and may require medical treatment. A stomach bug usually lasts one to three days as well, though norovirus symptoms can linger for up to five days in some people. Both conditions tend to clear up on their own, but recovery depends on staying hydrated and getting rest. ## When Dehydration Becomes Dangerous The biggest risk with both conditions is [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/7-tips-to-help-prevent-dehydration/), especially for young children, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems. When you’re losing fluids through vomiting and diarrhea, your body can become dehydrated faster than you might expect. Signs of [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration") to watch for include very dark urine or not urinating for several hours, dizziness when standing up, a dry mouth and lips, and feeling extremely fatigued. For young children, look for fewer wet diapers than usual, crying without tears, and unusual sleepiness. Sip small amounts of water, clear broth, or an electrolyte drink frequently. Avoid gulping large amounts at once, as this can trigger more vomiting. ## When It’s Time To Head to the ER Most stomach bugs and food poisoning cases can be managed at home. But certain symptoms mean you need [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) right away. Head to the ER if you experience a fever above 102°F that won’t come down, bloody vomit or bloody diarrhea, severe [abdominal pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) that doesn’t let up, or signs of dehydration that aren’t improving with fluids. You should also seek immediate care if symptoms last beyond three days without improvement, or if you can’t keep any fluids down for more than 12 hours. People who are pregnant, very young, elderly, or immunocompromised should have a lower threshold for seeking emergency care, as complications can develop more quickly in these groups. Our team also provides dedicated [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/) for children experiencing severe symptoms. ## Your Stomach Deserves Quick Answers Whether it turns out to be a virus or something you ate, you don’t have to suffer at home. If your symptoms are severe or you’re worried about dehydration, [Life Savers ER](https://lifesaverser.com/) is open 24/7 with no wait times, on-site [labs and diagnostic imaging](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/) to get to the bottom of what’s making you sick. Walk in or check in online at lifesaverser.com any time, day or night. **Categories:** Nausea and Vomiting --- ### [When Should I Go to the ER for Low Blood Sugar?](https://lifesaverser.com/low-blood-sugar/) **Published:** April 13, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Diabetes management is mostly about daily balance. Meals, activity, stress, illness, and medication all play a role in blood sugar levels. Most of the time, people can correct mild highs and lows on their own at home. But there are moments when blood sugar shifts from a manageable problem to a genuine emergency, and waiting too long to act can be dangerous. Two of the most important diabetic emergencies to recognize are hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) and diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). They look different, require different treatment, and both can become life-threatening without immediate care. Understanding what sets them apart and [when to seek help](https://lifesaverser.com/when-to-go-to-the-er/) can be life-changing for patients and caregivers alike. ## How Do Blood Sugar Emergencies Happen? Blood sugar is your body’s fuel system. When it drops too low, your brain doesn’t have enough glucose to function properly. When it climbs too high and the body can’t use insulin effectively, your body begins breaking down fat for energy instead. That process creates acids called ketones, which can build up in the blood and lead to DKA. Common triggers for blood sugar emergencies include missed meals after taking insulin, too much insulin or medication, increased physical activity without adjusting food intake, [vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/managing-nausea-and-vomiting/) or dehydration, infections like the flu, broken insulin pump tubing, missed insulin doses, or running out of insulin entirely. New medications, including steroids, and high stress levels can also push blood sugar in unexpected directions. Sometimes the first sign of trouble isn’t a number on a meter, but is apparent by someone’s appearance and behavior. ## Recognizing Low Blood Sugar Hypoglycemia can happen fast. Some people feel symptoms right away, while others don’t notice until levels are dangerously low. This is most common in people who take insulin or certain oral [diabetes](https://lifesaverser.com/diabetes-basic-facts/ "diabetes") medications, and it can also occur when someone drinks alcohol without eating. Early symptoms often include shaking, sweating, sudden hunger, a fast heartbeat, anxiety, irritability, and headache. As blood sugar continues to drop, symptoms get more serious because the brain isn’t getting the fuel it needs. At that point, you might notice confusion, slurred speech, blurred vision, unusual clumsiness, extreme sleepiness, or even a seizure. A person with severe low blood sugar can look “drunk” or act unusually angry and unsteady. It’s not uncommon for bystanders to mistake it for intoxication or a behavioral issue when blood sugar is actually the cause. ## How to Handle Low Blood Sugar at Home If the person is awake, alert, and able to swallow safely, quick sugar is the right first step. The 15/15 approach is widely used: give about 15 grams of fast-acting carbohydrate, then recheck blood sugar in 15 minutes. If it’s still low, repeat. Good options include glucose tablets, regular soda (not diet), juice, honey, or candy that dissolves quickly. Once blood sugar improves, a snack with protein and carbs can help keep it stable. If the person is vomiting, very confused, too sleepy to cooperate, or unable to swallow safely, home treatment is no longer appropriate. ## Recognizing Diabetic Ketoacidosis High blood sugar on its own isn’t always an emergency. Many people can handle mild or moderate high blood sugar at home with hydration and their usual medication plan. DKA is a different situation entirely. DKA is most common in people with type 1 diabetes, but it can happen in type 2 diabetes as well, especially during illness, [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/7-tips-to-help-prevent-dehydration/), or a missed dose of insulin. It means the body isn’t getting enough insulin to use glucose, so it starts burning fat and producing ketones that make the blood dangerously acidic. DKA often starts with persistent high blood sugar and thirst, then progresses to more severe symptoms. Watch for frequent urination, dry mouth and skin, nausea and vomiting, stomach pain, deep and fast breathing, fruity-smelling breath, severe fatigue, and confusion or difficulty staying awake. Here’s something that trips people up: DKA can look like food poisoning early on because of the vomiting and [abdominal pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain/). If the person also has diabetes, high blood sugar, unusual breathing, or extreme fatigue, DKA needs to be considered right away. ## When to Head to the ER For low blood sugar, call 911 or go to the ER if the person is unconscious, having a seizure, or cannot be woken up. You should also seek [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care") if they cannot swallow safely, confusion is not improving after giving sugar, low blood sugar keeps returning, or you suspect an insulin overdose. If you have glucagon available and know how to administer it, do so immediately while waiting for help. Even if the person improves, they should still be evaluated because low blood sugar can return. For high blood sugar and possible DKA, seek [emergency medical care](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) if vomiting is preventing you from keeping fluids down, you have signs of dehydration like dizziness, very little urination, or extreme weakness, breathing becomes deep, fast, or labored, you feel confused, faint, or unusually sleepy, or blood sugar stays very high despite your usual correction plan. If you are pregnant or have other serious health conditions like heart disease, it’s safer to seek care sooner rather than waiting to see if things improve on their own. ## What Caregivers Should Know If you care for someone with diabetes, the most important thing you can do is notice changes early to prevent an emergency. Both severe lows and DKA can affect thinking and behavior, which means the person may not be able to make safe decisions about their own care. Two simple rules go a long way: first, if the person cannot safely swallow, do not try to force food or drink. Second, if they are confused, fainting, vomiting repeatedly, or breathing in an unusual way, treat it as an emergency. When you’re unsure, it is always safer to get evaluated than to wait it out. ## Preventing Diabetic Emergencies Many diabetic emergencies can be prevented with practical habits. Keep fast-acting glucose at home, at work, and in the car. Know how to use glucagon if it has been prescribed. Prepare a sick-day plan for managing diabetes during vomiting, [fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "fever"), or poor appetite. Stay hydrated during illness, and never skip insulin without guidance from your care team. Check expiration dates on supplies and keep backup insulin on hand. Even with good habits, emergencies can still happen. What matters most is responding quickly. ## Get Help When Something Feels Wrong Diabetic emergencies can escalate fast. Severe low blood sugar can lead to seizures or loss of consciousness, and DKA can become life-threatening if treatment is delayed. If symptoms feel severe, unusual, or unsafe to manage at home, it’s time to get help. [Life Savers ER](https://lifesaverser.com/) is open 24/7 with no wait times. Walk in to any of our [locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) for immediate evaluation, [on-site labs](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/), and fast treatment for severe hypoglycemia, dehydration, or suspected DKA so you can stabilize safely and start recovering. **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [Deep Vein Thrombosis: Signs and When to Get Help](https://lifesaverser.com/deep-vein-thrombosis/) **Published:** April 6, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, is a blood clot that forms in a deep vein, usually in the lower leg or thigh. These clots develop when blood flow slows down, the blood becomes more prone to clotting, or the walls of a blood vessel become injured or irritated. While a DVT on its own is a serious medical concern, the bigger danger is what happens if part of that clot breaks free and travels to the lungs. This is called a pulmonary embolism, or PE. A PE can block blood flow in the lungs, put intense strain on the heart, and become life-threatening quickly. Knowing the warning signs of DVT and PE, understanding your personal risk factors, and recognizing when to seek [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) can be lifesaving. ## How to Tell if You Have DVT Most people with a DVT notice symptoms on one side of the body, not both. You might see swelling in one foot, ankle, calf, or thigh but not the other. The affected leg may feel sore, warm to the touch, or tight in a way that doesn’t match any recent activity. Some people also notice redness or changes in skin color over the area, along with a feeling of heaviness in the leg. A helpful way to think about it: if you wake up and one leg looks noticeably bigger than the other, or your calf hurts when you walk and you can’t explain why, it is worth getting checked. DVT is not the most common cause of leg pain, but it is one of the most important to rule out. ## When a Clot Travels to the Lungs A pulmonary embolism happens when a blood clot blocks an artery in the lungs. This reduces the body’s ability to exchange oxygen and puts serious strain on the heart. Some PEs are small, but others can cause sudden collapse. PE symptoms can also mimic other conditions like anxiety, asthma, or heart problems, which is why it is important to act fast when the pattern fits. PE symptoms often happen suddenly and feel out of proportion to what you were doing. You might feel short of breath while sitting still, or have sharp [chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/chest-pain/) that gets worse when you take a deep breath or cough. Other warning signs include a rapid or pounding heartbeat, feeling faint or dizzy, coughing up blood, or new and unexplained anxiety paired with breathing problems. If you experience any combination of these symptoms, especially alongside leg swelling or known risk factors for clots, call 911 or get to an emergency room immediately. A PE is not a situation where you should wait out your symptoms at home. ## Who Is at Higher Risk for Blood Clots? Anyone can develop a blood clot, but certain situations raise the risk more than most people realize. Many people are surprised to learn that everyday scenarios like long travel or a recent illness can increase clot risk significantly. Recent surgery is one of the biggest risk factors, especially orthopedic procedures or major abdominal surgery. Long periods of immobility, whether from bed rest, a long car ride, or a cross-country flight, also slow blood flow enough to make clots more likely. Pregnancy and the postpartum period change how the blood clots, which raises the risk. Hormone therapy and certain birth control methods can have a similar effect, particularly when combined with smoking. A personal or family history of blood clots, cancer and some cancer treatments, obesity, smoking, severe [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/7-tips-to-help-prevent-dehydration/), and certain inherited clotting disorders all add to the risk. Multiple risk factors can also combine to increase risk. Someone who recently had surgery and then sits on a long flight faces a higher combined risk than either situation alone. ## DVT or Pulled Muscle? How to Tell the Difference This is one of the most common questions, and for good reason. A pulled calf muscle can feel a lot like a blood clot. Both cause soreness, tightness, and discomfort when you walk. A muscle strain usually follows a clear event like exercise or an awkward step. The pain tends to get worse with specific movements and then improves with rest over a few days. A DVT is more likely when the swelling is only on one side, the leg feels warm, and the pain doesn’t match the level of activity you’ve done. If you also have risk factors like recent travel, surgery, pregnancy, or a prior clot, a medical evaluation is a good idea even if the symptoms seem mild. ## Lowering Your Risk in Everyday Life You can’t prevent every blood clot, but there are practical steps you can take during common high-risk situations like travel, recovery from surgery, or periods of [illness or injury](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/). Move your legs regularly during long travel, and take breaks to walk when you can. Stay hydrated, especially when flying or when you are sick. Follow your post-surgery instructions carefully, including any mobility recommendations from your care team. If you have major risk factors or a history of blood clots, ask your doctor about whether additional clot prevention measures make sense for you. If you are already taking blood-thinning medication, take it exactly as prescribed and do not skip doses without medical guidance. ## Know When to Seek Help for Leg Swelling Not every swollen leg needs [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care"). But there are situations where getting checked quickly can be lifesaving. You should seek urgent evaluation if one leg swells suddenly or keeps getting worse, especially if accompanied by warmth, redness, or calf pain. A history of blood clots or major risk factors is another reason to take symptoms seriously. The most important red flag is when leg symptoms show up alongside chest symptoms. If you have a swollen leg and you suddenly become short of breath, develop [chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "chest pain"), feel faint, or cough up blood, treat it as an emergency right away. ## Your Next Step If Something Feels Off Blood clots are treatable, but they are time-sensitive. A swollen leg could turn out to be something simple, but if it is a DVT, early evaluation gives you the best chance of preventing a pulmonary embolism. Fast evaluation also means more treatment options and fewer complications. With access to [on-site lab and imaging services](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/), an ER can quickly confirm or rule out a clot. [Life Savers ER](https://lifesaverser.com/) is open 24/7 with no wait times. If you are experiencing leg swelling, calf pain, chest pain, or shortness of breath, don’t wait to see if it passes. Walk in to one of our [locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) for immediate emergency care. **Categories:** Emergency Health, Health & Wellness --- ### [When to Visit a Trauma Emergency Room vs Urgent Care in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/when-to-visit-a-trauma-emergency-room-vs-urgent-care-in-houston/) **Published:** March 20, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** When sudden health concerns appear, deciding where to seek care can feel challenging. Many people look for an illness emergency room houston option when symptoms develop quickly and require immediate medical attention. Understanding the difference between emergency departments and urgent care centers helps you choose the right care during unexpected situations. Emergency rooms provide rapid evaluation for serious symptoms, while urgent care supports mild or moderate conditions that need prompt attention. Residents across Houston, including communities such as The [Heights](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/ "Heights"), Summerwood, Willowbrook, and Sugar Land, can access emergency services when fast medical evaluation is needed. ## **Understanding Emergency Room Care for Illness** [**Emergency departments**](https://lifesaverser.com/) provide immediate medical evaluation for symptoms that require rapid attention. These facilities operate continuously and include advanced diagnostic tools that help physicians assess conditions quickly. Emergency physicians focus on identifying the cause of sudden illness while stabilizing patients safely. Their training allows them to respond efficiently and guide treatment that supports recovery. Medical teams also prioritize clear communication and patient comfort, explaining each step of the evaluation so individuals feel informed and supported during their visit. ### **Situations That May Require Emergency Room Evaluation** Certain symptoms benefit from immediate medical evaluation in an [emergency department](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency department"). Recognizing these warning signs helps patients seek care promptly and avoid unnecessary delays. Some common reasons people visit an emergency department include: - Difficulty breathing or sudden chest discomfort - Severe [abdominal pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/ "abdominal pain") that appears suddenly - Persistent vomiting or [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration") symptoms - Sudden dizziness or confusion - High [fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "fever") accompanied by weakness - Allergic reactions that affect breathing or swelling When symptoms appear quickly or intensify unexpectedly, emergency physicians can perform diagnostic testing and provide treatment designed to stabilize the condition safely. ### **How Emergency Teams Assess Sudden Illness** Emergency physicians follow a structured approach when evaluating patients. The process begins with reviewing symptoms and assessing vital signs to understand the overall condition. The evaluation may include: - Reviewing medical history and current symptoms - Monitoring vital signs such as heart rate and breathing - Conducting diagnostic testing when necessary - Developing a treatment plan to stabilize the patient This organized process allows physicians to determine the cause of symptoms while guiding treatment decisions that support recovery. ## **Understanding Urgent Care Services** Urgent care centers provide prompt medical attention for conditions that need evaluation but remain manageable without emergency-level resources. These facilities support patients experiencing mild illness symptoms or minor injuries that benefit from timely treatment. Visits usually involve brief evaluations and simple treatment plans. Physicians assess symptoms and recommend medications or basic procedures when appropriate. Understanding the difference between urgent care centers and emergency departments helps individuals choose the right setting for their medical needs. ### **Common Conditions Treated at Urgent Care Centers** Urgent care facilities address a variety of mild or moderate medical concerns. These conditions benefit from timely attention but typically do not require advanced emergency resources. Examples of situations suitable for urgent care include: - Mild fever or cold symptoms - Minor cuts or skin irritation - Seasonal [allergies](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/ "allergies") causing discomfort - Mild stomach discomfort - Ear or throat irritation Physicians evaluate these symptoms and recommend treatment designed to restore comfort and promote recovery. ### **Benefits of Visiting an Urgent Care Clinic** Urgent care services offer convenient medical evaluation for manageable health concerns. These clinics support patients who need prompt attention while avoiding unnecessary emergency department visits. Advantages of urgent care include: - Prompt evaluation for mild illness symptoms - Accessible medical consultation during extended hours - Efficient treatment for minor injuries - Supportive care for seasonal illnesses Understanding when urgent care is appropriate helps patients receive treatment quickly while preserving emergency department resources for more urgent conditions. ## **![InjuryTreatment](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/InjuryTreatment.jpg)** ## **When Injury Treatment Requires Emergency Evaluation** Some injuries require specialized medical assessment and equipment available in emergency departments. An [**injury treatment**](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) emergency room provides the clinical resources and expertise needed to evaluate trauma and begin treatment promptly. Emergency physicians carefully assess the severity of the injury and develop an appropriate care plan. Their training allows them to manage a wide range of physical injuries while keeping patients comfortable and stable during care. Prompt medical evaluation supports effective treatment and encourages a smoother healing process. ### **Injuries That Often Require Emergency Care** Certain injuries benefit from immediate medical attention due to their potential impact on movement, circulation, or overall health. Recognizing these situations helps individuals respond quickly when accidents occur. Common injuries evaluated in emergency departments include: - Deep cuts requiring careful closure - Bone injuries affecting movement - Head injuries following falls or impact - Burns that require medical evaluation - Severe sprains causing swelling and discomfort Emergency physicians examine the injury and provide treatment designed to restore stability and promote healing. ### **How Emergency Physicians Treat Injuries** Emergency departments follow a structured process when evaluating injuries. Physicians focus on identifying the extent of damage while ensuring patient comfort during treatment. The injury assessment process may involve: - Reviewing how the injury occurred - Evaluating movement and circulation - Performing imaging studies when necessary - Providing treatment to stabilize the affected area This thorough evaluation allows physicians to develop treatment plans that support recovery while protecting overall health. ## **Why Immediate Medical Evaluation Matters** Prompt medical attention supports overall health and well-being. When physicians identify symptoms early, treatment can begin quickly and recovery often progresses more smoothly. Emergency departments focus on rapid evaluation, allowing doctors to assess conditions efficiently and begin care without delay. Early treatment helps improve comfort and supports a steady recovery. Knowing when to seek [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care") also helps individuals feel more confident and prepared during unexpected medical situations. ### **Benefits of Seeking Care Quickly** Responding promptly to sudden symptoms helps medical professionals provide timely treatment and improve patient outcomes. Quick evaluation allows physicians to identify the cause of symptoms and begin appropriate care. Benefits of early medical attention include: - Faster diagnosis of health concerns - Immediate treatment when symptoms appear suddenly - Support for physical comfort during illness - Guidance from trained emergency physicians Acting when symptoms develop ensures individuals receive medical attention designed to support recovery and well-being. ## **Conclusion** Understanding when to visit an emergency department or an urgent care center helps individuals make informed decisions during unexpected health situations. Emergency departments provide rapid evaluation for sudden illness or injury that requires immediate medical attention, while urgent care clinics address manageable symptoms that need timely treatment. Residents across Houston can access medical services focused on safety, comfort, and effective care. Recognizing when emergency evaluation is needed allows patients to seek help confidently and ensure their health concerns receive proper attention. ## **Frequently Asked Questions** **1. When should I visit an emergency department for illness?** Emergency evaluation is recommended when symptoms appear suddenly, become intense, or affect breathing, awareness, or physical stability. Emergency physicians can assess the condition and begin treatment quickly. **2. Can urgent care treat sudden illness symptoms?** Urgent care centers can treat mild or moderate symptoms such as minor fever, seasonal illness, or small injuries. If symptoms worsen, emergency evaluation may be recommended. **3. What types of injuries require emergency treatment?** Deep cuts, bone injuries, head trauma, and burns often require evaluation in an emergency department. Physicians can assess the injury and provide treatment designed to support healing. **4. How do emergency physicians evaluate symptoms?** Physicians begin by reviewing symptoms and checking vital signs. They may perform diagnostic testing and develop a treatment plan that stabilizes the patient safely. **5. Why is early medical evaluation important?** Prompt evaluation allows physicians to identify health concerns quickly and begin treatment without delay. Early care supports patient comfort and helps guide the recovery process effectively. **Categories:** Emergency Health, Health & Wellness **Tags:** emergency room --- ### [Can Allergies Turn Into an Emergency? When to Go to the ER](https://lifesaverser.com/can-allergies-turn-into-emergency/) **Published:** March 17, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Seasonal allergies are one of the most common reasons people feel miserable in the Spring. Pollen from trees, grasses, and weeds triggers symptoms like sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, and coughing in millions of people every year. Most of the time, these symptoms are manageable at home with over-the-counter medications and basic avoidance strategies. The problem is that allergy symptoms can look a lot like other conditions, including respiratory infections, asthma flare-ups, and [severe allergic reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/). In young children and people with asthma or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), what starts as “just allergies” can sometimes become a medical emergency. ## How to Tell Allergies From a Cold Allergies and colds share several symptoms, but a few patterns can help you tell them apart. Allergy symptoms often include itchy or watery eyes, a runny nose, sneezing fits, and symptoms that persist for weeks or return with pollen exposure. Cold symptoms are more likely to include fever, body aches, thicker mucus as the [illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) progresses, and a timeline that resolves within a week or two. [Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "Fever") is a helpful clue. It is not typical with seasonal allergies but is common with infections. If your symptoms are mild, predictable, and follow the same pattern every spring, home allergy care is usually a reasonable first step. ## When Allergies Become More Than a Nuisance Seasonal allergies are not usually dangerous on their own, but they can trigger problems that require medical evaluation. This is especially true when they lead to significant breathing difficulty, asthma flare-ups that do not respond to a rescue inhaler, severe facial pain with high fever suggesting a sinus infection, [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration") in children who cannot keep fluids down, or a severe allergic reaction affecting breathing or circulation. The highest-risk groups include children with asthma, adults with asthma or COPD, people with a history of severe allergic reactions, and very young children who can worsen quickly. For families with young children, having access to [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/) is especially important during allergy season. ## Asthma and Spring Allergies Pollen and other allergens can irritate the airways and trigger [asthma symptoms](https://lifesaverser.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-asthma-and-exercise/) like coughing, chest tightness, wheezing, and shortness of breath. Sometimes a flare starts as a mild cough or slight tightness, and then escalates. If a rescue inhaler is not helping, or symptoms are getting worse over a short period of time, emergency evaluation is necessary. Severe asthma attacks that do not respond to a patient’s usual medication require immediate medical attention. ## Signs You Should Go to the ER If you or your child has allergy symptoms along with any of the following, seek [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) right away: - Trouble breathing, fast breathing, or visible effort to breathe (pulling in around the ribs or neck) - Inability to speak in full sentences due to shortness of breath - Wheezing that is getting worse, especially with known asthma - Lips or fingernails that appear blue, pale, or gray - [Chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "Chest pain") or chest pressure - Fainting, severe dizziness, or confusion - Severe swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat - Hives combined with vomiting, wheezing, or breathing difficulty - A child who is unusually sleepy, hard to wake, or not interacting normally These last two points can signal anaphylaxis or a severe asthma episode, both of which are life-threatening and require immediate treatment. ## Anaphylaxis Anaphylaxis is a severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. Most seasonal allergies do not cause anaphylaxis, but spring activities can increase exposure to other triggers like insect stings, foods at outdoor gatherings, or new medications. Symptoms of anaphylaxis include throat tightness or swelling, widespread hives, vomiting, dizziness, and difficulty breathing. If someone uses epinephrine for a severe reaction, they still need to go to the ER for monitoring and further care. ## What to Expect at the ER When Spring symptoms feel severe, the ER team focuses first on breathing, oxygen levels, hydration, and ruling out dangerous causes. Depending on symptoms, your evaluation may include oxygen monitoring, a lung exam, testing for infection, chest imaging through [on-site lab and imaging services](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/), or an assessment for dehydration. If chest symptoms raise concern for a cardiac issue, an electrocardiogram (EKG) may also be performed. Treatment depends on the cause but can include breathing treatments and nebulized medications for asthma, steroids for significant airway inflammation, IV fluids for dehydration, and medications for severe allergic reactions with close monitoring. ## Prevention Tips That Help Spring allergies are not fully avoidable, but a few habits can reduce flare-ups and lower the risk of a serious episode. Check pollen forecasts and limit outdoor time on days when the pollen count is high. Shower and change clothes after being outside to remove pollen from skin and hair. Keep windows closed during peak pollen season and use indoor air filtration when available. Take allergy medications as directed, especially if Spring is a known trigger. If you have asthma, keep your rescue inhaler accessible and current, and follow your asthma action plan. For children, starting prevention steps early in the season can reduce nighttime coughing, missed school days, and the chance of a bigger breathing episode. ## When To Seek Emergency Care For Allergy Symptoms If symptoms are mild and follow your usual Spring pattern, home care may be enough. But if you or your child is struggling to breathe, not responding to asthma medication, or showing signs of a severe allergic reaction, it is safer to be evaluated immediately. At Life Savers Emergency Room in Houston, we are open 24/7 with no wait times. We provide on-site diagnostics and emergency treatment for asthma flare-ups, severe allergic reactions, and urgent respiratory symptoms so you can get answers and feel safer fast. Visit one of our [Houston-area locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) today. **Categories:** Health & Wellness, Sinus Pressure --- ### [When Is a Headache an Emergency?](https://lifesaverser.com/headache-emergency/) **Published:** March 11, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Most headaches are caused by stress, [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration"), muscle tension, missed meals, poor sleep, or eye strain. They are uncomfortable, but they are not dangerous and usually improve with rest, fluids, and over-the-counter medication. Some headaches, however, can signal something more serious, including stroke, bleeding in the brain, severe infection, or dangerously [high blood pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/). Knowing the difference between a routine headache and one that needs emergency treatment can help you act quickly when it counts. ## Common Causes of Headaches Tension headaches are the most common type of headache. They often feel like steady pressure around the head or temples and are typically triggered by stress, screen time, or muscle tightness. Migraines affect 12–15% of U.S. adults, with higher prevalence rates in women than men. They are more intense than tension headaches and are characterized by moderate-to-severe pain, usually focused on one side of the head. Migraines may come with nausea, vomiting, sensitivity to light or sound, and vision changes like flashing lights or blind spots. They can last hours or days and often interfere with daily activity. Dehydration headaches develop when fluid intake is too low, especially after exercise, time outdoors, [illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/), or heavy caffeine or alcohol use. Sinus headaches are tied to congestion and facial pressure, often during a cold or allergy flare. Rebound headaches can happen when pain relievers are used too frequently. These are all common types of headaches and generally manageable at home. The key is recognizing when a headache breaks from your usual pattern. ## Red Flags That Call for Emergency Care A headache paired with any of the following symptoms should be evaluated in the ER right away: - A sudden, severe headache that peaks within seconds to minutes, sometimes called a “thunderclap headache” - New weakness, numbness, facial drooping, or trouble speaking - Fainting, confusion, severe dizziness, or unusual drowsiness - A worsening headache after a head injury, especially with vomiting or behavior changes - [Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "Fever") with a stiff neck, sensitivity to light, or both - Vision loss, double vision, or severe eye pain with headache - New, severe headache during pregnancy or postpartum, particularly with swelling or [high blood pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/ "high blood pressure") These symptoms can point to conditions like stroke, brain bleeding, meningitis, or serious pregnancy-related complications. Even if the cause turns out to be minor, it is always better to be evaluated when red flags are present. ## Headaches and Stroke Some strokes cause sudden headaches, especially when there is bleeding in the brain. Others present with neurological symptoms and only mild or no head pain at all. If a headache comes with sudden weakness, numbness, a drooping face, difficulty walking, or speech changes, treat it as an emergency. Learning [how to spot a stroke](https://lifesaverser.com/how-to-spot-a-stroke/) and seeking early evaluation is critical to protecting brain function. ## Headaches After a Head Injury A headache following a blow to the head should be taken seriously. [Concussion](https://lifesaverser.com/concussion-a-traumatic-brain-injury/ "Concussion") symptoms can include headache, nausea, dizziness, light sensitivity, blurred or double vision, confusion or feeling “foggy,” and trouble concentrating. Seek [emergency trauma care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) if the headache is getting worse, there is repeated vomiting, the person is hard to wake, or there is new confusion or agitation. These may be signs of bleeding or swelling inside the skull. ## Fever, Stiff Neck, and Severe Headache This combination of symptoms can signal a serious infection affecting the brain or surrounding tissues. The headache may also come with light sensitivity, confusion, or a rash, and it should be evaluated urgently, especially if symptoms are progressing quickly. ## When a Migraine Still Needs Emergency Care Many people who get migraines have a known pattern and a plan for managing them at home. However, you should seek [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) if the migraine comes with new neurological symptoms, is far more severe than usual, involves persistent vomiting that prevents keeping fluids down, or is not responding to your usual medications. ## What You Can Try at Home If your headache is mild and you don’t have accompanying symptoms, home care is a reasonable first step. Start with water and a light meal if you have skipped eating. Rest in a quiet, dark room, and consider a cool compress on your forehead or the back of your neck. Over-the-counter pain medication can help as long as you follow label directions. Also consider common triggers like long screen time, dehydration, poor sleep, neck and shoulder tension, and high levels of stress. Addressing those factors can reduce how often headaches return. ## What to Expect During an ER Visit for a Headache When you visit the ER for a severe headache, the goal is to quickly identify or rule out life-threatening causes while also treating your pain and nausea. A typical evaluation may include a medical history review, a neurological exam checking alertness, speech, strength, and reflexes, and a check of vital signs including blood pressure and temperature. [Lab work or imaging](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/) like a computerized tomography (CT) scan may be used depending on your symptoms and risk factors. Treatment depends on the cause but often includes IV fluids, medications for pain and nausea, and targeted treatment for any underlying condition. If a serious issue is identified, the ER team can coordinate higher-level care quickly. ## When to Trust Your Instincts About a Headache If your headache is sudden and severe, comes with weakness, numbness, confusion, fainting, or fever with a stiff neck, or follows a head injury, the safest decision is to get evaluated right away. Emergency care is not only for severe symptoms. It is also for serious conditions that can seem subtle at first. Life Savers [Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Emergency Room") in Houston is open 24/7 with no wait times and provides on-site diagnostics and emergency treatment for severe headaches, neurological symptoms, dehydration, and other urgent conditions, so you can get answers fast. Find a [location near you](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) today. **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [24 Hour Emergency Clinic in Houston: When You Need Immediate ER Care](https://lifesaverser.com/24-hour-emergency-clinic-in-houston-when-you-need-immediate-er-care/) **Published:** March 6, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** When a medical emergency happens, every second counts. Whether you’re experiencing sudden chest pain, difficulty breathing, a serious injury, or a high fever that won’t break, you need immediate access to advanced medical care. Waiting hours in a crowded hospital ER or wondering if urgent care is enough can add stress during an already frightening situation. At [**Life Savers ER**](https://lifesaverser.com/), our 24-hour emergency clinics in Houston are fully equipped to handle serious and life-threatening conditions around the clock. With board-certified physicians, advanced imaging, and on-site lab testing available 24/7, we provide fast, compassionate, and comprehensive [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care") when you need it most. ## Why Choose a 24-Hour Emergency Clinic Medical emergencies don’t wait for convenient hours. That’s why choosing a 24-hour emergency clinic ensures that expert care is available anytime—day or night, weekends, and holidays included. At Life Savers ER, we offer: ### Board-Certified Physicians Our [**emergency rooms**](https://medium.com/@slingshothealth/what-to-expect-urgent-care-vs-walk-in-clinic-vs-emergency-room-2c02ff95c080)are staffed by experienced, board-certified physicians trained to diagnose and treat complex and critical conditions. From cardiac emergencies to traumatic injuries, our medical team has the expertise to respond quickly and effectively. ### No-Wait Policy One of the biggest concerns patients have about emergency care is long wait times. We prioritize immediate evaluation, meaning you are seen as soon as you arrive. Rapid triage and direct room placement help reduce anxiety and speed up treatment. ### **Advanced On-Site Diagnostics** Time is critical during emergencies. Our clinics are equipped with: - Digital X-rays - CT scans - Comprehensive lab testing - Cardiac monitoring Having advanced imaging and [lab services](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "lab services") on-site allows us to diagnose conditions quickly and begin treatment without unnecessary delays. ### A Full-Service ER Experience Unlike urgent care centers, our emergency clinics function like hospital-based ERs. We bridge the gap between routine care and hospital admission. If your condition requires higher-level care or inpatient hospitalization, we coordinate seamless transfers to local hospitals. ### Compassionate, Patient-Focused Care Emergencies can feel overwhelming. Our team prioritizes clear communication, empathy, and transparency. We walk you through every step of your care plan so you feel informed, supported, and reassured. ### Conditions We Treat Our [**Houston emergency clinics**](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) treat a wide range of serious and urgent medical conditions. Some of the most common reasons patients seek care include: **Cardiac & Respiratory Emergencies** - [Chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "Chest pain") or pressure - Shortness of breath - Heart palpitations - Suspected heart attack - Severe asthma attacks Prompt evaluation of cardiac and respiratory symptoms is critical. Early diagnosis can significantly reduce complications. ### **Trauma & Injuries** - Head injuries or concussions - Broken bones and fractures - Severe cuts requiring stitches - Sports injuries - Motor vehicle accident injuries We provide imaging, wound care, stabilization, and pain management to treat injuries effectively and prevent further complications. ### **Severe Illness & Infection** - High fevers - Severe flu symptoms - Pneumonia - Urinary tract infections - Gastrointestinal infections Rapid diagnosis through lab testing ensures timely treatment with antibiotics or supportive care when needed. ### **Allergic Reactions & Toxin Exposure** - Anaphylaxis - Severe allergic reactions - Medication reactions - Chemical exposure Immediate intervention during allergic reactions can be life-saving. Our clinics are equipped to [**administer emergency medications**](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emergency_department) and provide continuous monitoring. ### **Chronic Condition Complications** - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "Dehydration") - Diabetic emergencies - Blood pressure crises - Severe anemia requiring [iron infusion](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/ "iron infusion") We also coordinate care for ongoing needs, including [pediatric emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergencies/ "pediatric emergencies") and iron infusion treatments, ensuring continuity beyond the emergency visit. No matter the cause an unexpected sports injury, sudden [abdominal pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/ "abdominal pain"), or worsening chronic symptoms our team focuses on rapid assessment, immediate stabilization, and safe recovery. ## **![Emergency-Clinics](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Emergency-Clinics.webp)** ## **Emergency Clinic vs. Urgent Care** Understanding the difference between emergency care and urgent care can help you make the right decision during a medical situation. **Feature****Emergency Clinic****Urgent Care**Life-threatening conditionsYesNoAdvanced imaging (CT, X-ray)YesLimited or NoOn-site lab testingYesLimitedCardiac monitoringYesNo24/7 AvailabilityYesLimited hoursUrgent care is appropriate for minor illnesses such as mild flu symptoms, small cuts, ear infections, or minor sprains. However, if your symptoms are severe, worsening rapidly, or potentially life-threatening, you should go directly to an emergency clinic. Delaying emergency treatment can increase complications, prolong recovery, and in some cases, put your life at risk. ## **When to Visit an Emergency Clinic** Knowing when to seek emergency care can prevent serious outcomes. Visit our 24-hour emergency clinic immediately if you experience: - Sudden chest pain or pressure - Loss of consciousness - Confusion or slurred speech - Severe difficulty breathing - Uncontrolled bleeding - Major traumatic injuries - Severe abdominal pain - Signs of stroke (face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty) - Seizures If you are ever unsure whether your symptoms qualify as an emergency, it’s always better to err on the side of caution. Our trained professionals can evaluate your condition and determine the appropriate level of care. Early intervention saves lives. ## Specialized Services Available Beyond emergency stabilization, our Houston clinics offer advanced services to provide comprehensive care in one location. ### **Cardiac Monitoring** Continuous heart monitoring allows us to detect irregular heart rhythms and cardiac complications immediately. ### **IV Therapies** We provide intravenous hydration, pain management, antibiotics, and other medications directly into the bloodstream for rapid effectiveness. ### **Iron Infusion Treatments** Patients with iron-deficiency anemia or related blood disorders may require [iron infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/how-iron-infusions-can-help/ "iron infusions"). Offering this service within our emergency model prevents unnecessary referrals and speeds up treatment. ### **Pediatric Emergency Care** Children require specialized attention during emergencies. Our team is trained to address pediatric injuries, high fevers, allergic reactions, and other urgent pediatric conditions with sensitivity and expertise. ### **Extended Observation** For patients who require monitoring but not full hospital admission, we offer continuous observation to ensure stability before discharge. By integrating these specialized services, we minimize delays, reduce the need for multiple appointments, and ensure continuity of care. ## Our Locations in Houston Life Savers ER proudly serves patients across the Houston area with four convenient locations: - [Heights](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/ "Heights") - [Summerwood](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/ "Summerwood") - [Willowbrook](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/ "Willowbrook") - Sugar Land Each location maintains the same high standards: - Board-certified emergency physicians - Advanced diagnostic equipment - No-wait policy - 24/7 availability Whether you’re in central Houston or surrounding neighborhoods, immediate emergency care is always nearby. We also coordinate with specialists and hospital systems to ensure smooth transitions when additional care is necessary. ## Tips for First-Time ER Visitors If this is your first visit to an emergency clinic, feeling nervous is completely normal. Here are helpful tips to make your experience smoother: - Bring a list of medications and [allergies](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/ "allergies") - Have your ID and [insurance](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/ "insurance") card available - Note when your symptoms started - Share relevant medical history - Ask questions about your diagnosis and treatment - Follow discharge instructions carefully Our team is here to guide you through the process. Clear communication helps us provide the safest and most efficient care possible. Trust your instincts if something feels seriously wrong, seek emergency care immediately. ## Why Timely Emergency Care Matters In emergency medicine, timing can mean the difference between a minor complication and a life-threatening situation. Rapid triage and immediate access to advanced diagnostics allow us to detect serious conditions early. For example: - Early treatment of a heart attack reduces permanent heart damage - Quick intervention during a stroke can preserve brain function - Prompt management of infections prevents sepsis - Immediate stabilization after trauma reduces long-term complications Delaying care often leads to worsening symptoms, longer recovery times, and increased risk of hospitalization. Our Houston emergency clinics coordinate with hospitals, specialists, and emergency medical services to ensure seamless care transitions when needed. Having reliable, [**24/7 emergency**](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) access in your community provides peace of mind and can save lives. ## **Get Immediate Emergency Care in Houston Today** Medical emergencies are unpredictable but your access to quality care shouldn’t be. At Life Savers ER, we provide immediate, expert emergency services 24 hours a day across Houston. If you or a loved one is experiencing severe symptoms, don’t wait. Visit one of our Houston emergency clinics for rapid evaluation, advanced diagnostics, and compassionate care when you need it most. ## Frequently Asked Questions **1. Who should visit a 24-hour emergency clinic in Houston?** Anyone experiencing sudden, severe, or life-threatening symptoms such as chest pain, head injuries, difficulty breathing, uncontrolled bleeding, or trauma. **2. How is emergency care different from urgent care?** Emergency care treats serious or potentially life-threatening conditions and offers advanced imaging and monitoring. Urgent care handles minor illnesses or injuries. **3. Are your clinics open overnight and on weekends?** Yes. Our emergency clinics operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week—including holidays. **4. Do you provide diagnostic testing on-site?** Yes. We offer on-site imaging (X-ray, CT scans) and laboratory services for rapid diagnosis and treatment. **5. Can you coordinate hospital admissions if needed?** Absolutely. If your condition requires hospitalization or specialized treatment, we arrange seamless transfers to trusted local hospitals. **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [Trauma Emergency Room in Houston: What Happens During Critical Care](https://lifesaverser.com/womens-health-emergencies-when-to-go-to-the-er/) **Published:** March 3, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** When a serious injury or sudden medical crisis occurs, fast and specialized care can make the difference between recovery and long-term complications. Trauma situations are unpredictable and often life-threatening. Whether caused by an accident, fall, severe illness, or unexpected cardiac event, these emergencies require a coordinated medical response, advanced diagnostics, and continuous monitoring. A Trauma [Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Emergency Room") in Houston is specifically designed to manage high-risk cases with precision and urgency. At [**Life Savers ER**](https://lifesaverser.com/), our trauma facilities are equipped with board-certified physicians, advanced imaging technology, and a strict No-Wait policy to ensure immediate evaluation and stabilization. When seconds matter, preparedness matters even more. ## What Is a Trauma Emergency Room? A Trauma Emergency Room in Houston is a specialized emergency facility prepared to treat severe injuries and life-threatening medical conditions. Unlike urgent care centers, which handle [**minor illnesses and injuries**](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/), trauma ERs are built for complex emergencies requiring rapid intervention, advanced equipment, and coordinated clinical decision-making. Trauma cases often involve: - Motor vehicle accidents - Falls from height - [Workplace injuries](https://lifesaverser.com/workplace-injuries/ "Workplace injuries") - Severe burns - Head trauma - Respiratory distress - Cardiac emergencies - Severe infections The primary goal is not only to treat visible injuries but to identify hidden internal damage that may not immediately present symptoms. Internal bleeding, organ trauma, and neurological injuries can worsen quickly without proper assessment. Structured trauma response protocols significantly improve survival rates and recovery outcomes. Trauma-trained teams follow nationally recognized emergency guidelines to ensure consistency, safety, and effective coordination during high-pressure scenarios. Preparedness is the foundation of trauma care. ## What Happens the Moment You Arrive The first phase of trauma care is **triage** a rapid assessment process that determines the severity of your condition and prioritizes interventions. Upon arrival, our team immediately evaluates: - Airway stability - Breathing effectiveness - Circulation and blood pressure - Neurological responsiveness - Visible injuries and bleeding If there are signs of instability such as difficulty breathing, uncontrolled bleeding, or altered consciousness treatment begins immediately. There is no delay. ### Our No-Wait Policy At Life Savers ER, we follow a strict No-Wait policy. Trauma patients are evaluated as soon as they walk through our doors. You will not remain in a waiting room while your condition potentially worsens. Rapid room placement, physician evaluation, and immediate diagnostics ensure that care starts without hesitation. ### Communication During Crisis Even in urgent, fast-paced situations, we prioritize communication. We explain procedures whenever possible and keep family members informed. Transparency reduces anxiety and helps patients feel supported during critical moments. Emergency care should be swift, but it should also be compassionate. ## The Role of Critical Care in Trauma Once primary assessment is complete, we transition into **Critical Care**, which focuses on stabilizing and protecting vital organ systems. Critical Care involves: - Continuous cardiac monitoring - Oxygen therapy - Blood pressure stabilization - Intravenous medication administration - Neurological monitoring These measures help prevent secondary injury caused by shock, blood loss, or organ stress. ### Real-Time Clinical Judgment Critical Care is not solely dependent on machines. It requires expert clinical interpretation. Our Board-Certified Physicians continuously analyze patient data and adjust treatment based on experience, established trauma protocols, and evolving patient responses. Even subtle changes in heart rhythm, oxygen saturation, or blood pressure can signal internal complications. Early detection allows immediate intervention. This integrated, proactive approach increases stability and improves recovery outcomes. ## ![Trauma-Emergency](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Trauma-Emergency.webp) ## Diagnostic Technology Used in Trauma Evaluation Many serious injuries are not visible externally. Advanced diagnostic tools are essential for accurate trauma evaluation. Our [**Trauma Emergency Room in Houston**](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) is equipped with: ### CT Scans Used to detect internal bleeding, organ damage, spinal injuries, and traumatic brain injuries. ### Digital X-Rays Essential for identifying fractures, dislocations, and structural damage. ### On-Site Laboratory Testing Blood tests evaluate: - Blood loss - Organ function - Infection markers - Electrolyte imbalances ### Cardiac Monitoring Continuous ECG monitoring detects arrhythmias and cardiac stress following trauma. Having these diagnostic tools available on-site eliminates delays associated with off-site referrals. Immediate imaging and lab testing allow us to confirm injuries quickly and initiate appropriate treatment without hesitation. Fast diagnosis leads to faster intervention and better outcomes. ## Board-Certified Physicians and Our No-Wait Policy During a medical crisis, expertise matters. Trauma cases at Life Savers ER are led by Board-Certified Physicians with advanced training in emergency and Critical Care medicine. Board certification reflects: - Extensive medical education - Rigorous clinical testing - Ongoing continuing education - Adherence to evidence-based standards This ensures that every treatment decision aligns with current medical guidelines and best practices. ### Why the No-Wait Policy Is Critical In trauma medicine, time directly impacts survival. Conditions such as internal bleeding, stroke, and cardiac arrest worsen rapidly without intervention. Our No-Wait policy eliminates unnecessary delays, ensuring immediate physician evaluation upon arrival. The combination of advanced training and immediate access strengthens patient confidence and improves clinical results. ## Serving Houston Communities We proudly provide trauma and Critical Care services across the Greater Houston area. Our locations are conveniently positioned to serve residents in: - [Heights](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/ "Heights") - [Summerwood](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/ "Summerwood") - [Willowbrook](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/ "Willowbrook") - Sugar Land Local accessibility is essential during emergencies. Reduced travel time allows quicker stabilization and earlier treatment initiation. Each location maintains the same high standards: - 24/7 availability - Advanced imaging technology - Board-certified physicians - No-Wait evaluation process Whether you live, work, or travel within these communities, expert trauma care is available close to home. ## Trauma and Medical Emergencies We Treat Trauma care includes both physical injuries and acute medical crises that demand immediate intervention. ### **Physical Trauma** - Car accidents - Falls - Fractures and dislocations - Head injuries - Severe burns - Lacerations and deep wounds ### Medical Emergencies - Severe respiratory distress - High fevers with systemic symptoms - Cardiac-related [chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "chest pain") - Stroke symptoms - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "Dehydration") from illness - Complications of chronic diseases ### **Pediatric Trauma and Emergencies** Children require specialized evaluation techniques and monitoring. Our [**Pediatric Care services**](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/) ensure age-appropriate assessment and treatment for young patients facing injury or severe illness. ### **Coordinated Follow-Up Care** Trauma stabilization may lead to additional treatment needs. For example: - Patients recovering from blood loss may benefit from [Iron Infusion](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/ "Iron Infusion") therapy. - Individuals with chronic conditions may require follow-up monitoring. Our integrated approach ensures continuity beyond the initial emergency visit. ## Stabilization and Continuous Monitoring After immediate life-threatening concerns are addressed, the next focus is stabilization. This phase includes: - Maintaining oxygen levels - Stabilizing blood pressure - Managing pain - Preventing infection - Monitoring neurological function Continuous observation allows us to detect subtle changes that may indicate complications. Some patients require extended monitoring for several hours. Others improve rapidly and can be safely discharged with clear instructions and follow-up recommendations. Stabilization protects against secondary injury and supports safer recovery. ## **When Hospital Transfer Is Necessary** Not every trauma case requires hospital admission. Many patients can be fully evaluated and stabilized within our emergency facility. However, certain conditions require: - Emergency surgery - Intensive inpatient care - Specialized surgical teams When hospital-level care is necessary, we coordinate seamless transfers to appropriate facilities. Communication between teams ensures continuity and prevents unnecessary repetition of tests. We keep you and your family informed throughout the process. Clear communication reduces confusion and builds trust during stressful transitions. Our goal is always the same: safe, efficient, and coordinated care. ## **Why Prepared Trauma Facilities Matter** Preparedness directly impacts patient outcomes in trauma medicine. Facilities that invest in: - Advanced diagnostic equipment - Physician training - Structured trauma protocols - Ongoing education are better equipped to handle complex emergencies. We maintain compliance with Texas emergency care standards and conduct regular training updates to ensure readiness for both common and rare high-risk scenarios. Preparation builds confidence. When you enter our [**Trauma Emergency Room**](https://medium.com/@veritasknoxofficial/the-emergency-room-paradox-why-the-place-meant-to-save-lives-traumatizes-chronic-illness-patients-cc5d74a04752)in Houston, experienced professionals and reliable systems are already in place. ## **The Human Side of Emergency Care** Medical emergencies are not only clinical events they are deeply emotional experiences. Patients and families often feel: - Fear - Confusion - Anxiety - Uncertainty Critical Care includes emotional support alongside medical treatment. We prioritize compassionate communication and reassurance throughout your visit. Whenever possible, we explain: - Diagnostic findings - Treatment decisions - Next steps Even in high-pressure situations, clarity matters. Informed patients feel more secure and empowered during treatment. Compassion strengthens recovery. ## Conclusion A Trauma Emergency Room in Houston provides immediate, structured, and life-saving care during serious injuries and sudden medical crises. Through rapid triage, advanced diagnostics, continuous Critical Care monitoring, and seamless coordination with hospitals, when necessary, we work to stabilize patients quickly and safely. With Board-Certified Physicians, a strict No-Wait policy, and accessible locations across Houston communities, Life Savers ER remains committed to delivering trusted [**trauma care**](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trauma_center)when it matters most. If you or a loved one experiences a serious emergency, expert support is available close to home 24 hours a day. ## **Frequently Asked Questions** **1. What happens in a Trauma Emergency Room in Houston?** You receive rapid triage, immediate stabilization, advanced diagnostic imaging, laboratory testing, and continuous Critical Care monitoring for life-threatening conditions. **2. How is a trauma emergency room different from urgent care?** Urgent care treats minor illnesses and injuries. Trauma emergency rooms manage severe injuries, unstable conditions, and complex medical emergencies requiring advanced monitoring and diagnostics. **3. Do you treat children in emergency situations?** Yes. Our Pediatric Care services provide specialized evaluation and treatment for children experiencing trauma or urgent medical conditions. **4. How quickly will I be seen?** We follow a strict No-Wait policy. Evaluation begins immediately upon arrival. **5. Which Houston areas do you serve?** We serve Heights, Summerwood, Willowbrook, Sugar Land, and surrounding Houston communities. **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [When to Take a Child to the ER: Warning Signs Parents Shouldn’t Ignore](https://lifesaverser.com/when-to-take-child-to-er/) **Published:** February 13, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** ## Why Babies and Toddlers May Need Urgent Attention Babies and young toddlers have less “reserve” than older kids. They can become dehydrated faster, have a harder time with breathing problems, and may not show obvious signs of serious illness until they are already quite sick. If something feels off with your child—like unusual sleepiness, poor feeding, weak crying, or behavior that is out of character—trust that instinct and seek medical care. For infants under 3 months old, fever is treated more urgently than in older children. Our [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/) team is equipped to evaluate even the youngest patients around the clock. ## Fever: When a Temperature Becomes an Emergency Fever is common in children and is often caused by viruses. The most important factors are your child’s age, how they look and act, and whether the fever is paired with other concerning symptoms. For infants under 3 months old, a rectal temperature of 100.4°F (38°C) or higher should be evaluated urgently, even if your baby seems okay otherwise. For older children, their average body temperature is 96.8°F. This reading can fluctuate throughout the day, ranging from 97.4 to 99.6°F. Fever can still require a trip to the ER when your child looks very unwell or has other symptoms, such as trouble breathing, a stiff neck, severe headache, confusion, persistent vomiting, signs of [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration"), or an unusually drowsy or hard-to-wake child. If your child has a [fever and you cannot get them comfortable](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/), they are not drinking, or they seem to be getting worse instead of better, proceed to the ER immediately. ## Breathing Problems: Always Take Them Seriously Breathing problems should never be ignored. Children can worsen quickly with asthma flares, croup, pneumonia, allergic reactions, or respiratory viruses. Watch how your child is breathing, not just whether they are coughing. Seek urgent care if you notice: - Fast breathing - Visible “pulling in” around the ribs or neck (retractions) - Nasal flaring (mostly in infants) - Grunting - Trouble speaking or crying normally due to shortness of breath - Blue, gray, or very pale lips/skin If your child has asthma and you have an action plan, follow it. But if symptoms are not improving after prescribed rescue medicine (such as albuterol) or are getting worse, your child needs urgent evaluation. If your child is struggling to breathe, go to the ER right away. ## Vomiting and Diarrhea: Dehydration Is the Biggest Risk Stomach viruses are a common cause of vomiting and diarrhea, and many children can recover at home with rest and frequent small sips of fluid. The danger is when vomiting and diarrhea are frequent, ongoing, or prevent your child from keeping fluids down. Dehydration can develop quickly, especially in infants and toddlers. Signs of dehydration include much less urination than normal, dry mouth, no tears when crying, unusual sleepiness or weakness, and in babies, a sunken soft spot on the head. If your child is getting weaker or more tired instead of gradually improving, it is time to be evaluated. A practical rule is this: if your child cannot keep fluids down, is peeing much less than usual, or seems more lethargic as the hours pass, an ER visit can prevent dehydration from becoming severe. ## Head Injuries: What Parents Should Monitor Kids often bump their heads, and many injuries are mild. Still, head injuries deserve caution, especially in younger children who cannot clearly describe how they feel. Seek [emergency evaluation for trauma](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) involving any head injury with: - Loss of consciousness - Repeated vomiting - Worsening headache - Seizure - Major behavior changes, unusual confusion, or trouble walking - Difficulty waking or worsening drowsiness - A high-force injury or fall (fall from height, car/bike crash, hit by a fast object) If your instincts tell you something is not right after a head injury, that is reason enough to get checked. ## Rashes: When a Rash Could Signal Something Dangerous Many rashes are harmless and are caused by viruses or irritation. But certain rash patterns, especially when paired with fever or breathing symptoms, should be evaluated urgently. Red flags to monitor: - A rash that appears suddenly and does not fade when pressed, particularly when a child also has a fever or looks very ill - Purple bruise-like spots that spread quickly - Signs of a [severe allergic reaction](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/): hives or rash accompanied by facial or lip swelling, wheezing, trouble breathing, repeated vomiting, or faintness ## Inability to Drink or Swallow If your child refuses all fluids, cannot swallow, drools because swallowing hurts, or seems unable to manage saliva, that is urgent. Children can decline quickly when they cannot stay hydrated—especially if this is paired with dehydration signs, breathing changes, or severe throat pain. ## When It’s the Overall Picture That Matters Sometimes it is not one symptom, but how your child looks and behaves overall. A child who is clearly very unwell needs prompt evaluation, even if you cannot pinpoint the cause. If you are unsure whether your child’s [illness or injury](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) warrants an ER visit, consider the following situations where it is safest to go: - Breathing is labored or fast - Your child is difficult to wake, unusually limp, or not interacting normally - Your child looks pale and weak, or you feel their condition is worsening quickly - Severe pain is escalating or not improving with basic measures - Signs of dehydration are developing, especially in babies and toddlers - Vomiting is persistent, or vomiting is paired with severe headache or significant [abdominal pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/ "abdominal pain") ## When to Call 911 Instead of Driving In some situations, your child may need emergency medical help on the way to the hospital. Call 911 if: - Your child has severe trouble breathing or turns blue or gray around the lips - Your child is unresponsive, extremely difficult to wake, or not breathing normally - Your child has a seizure that is new, prolonged, or followed by ongoing confusion - Your child has a severe allergic reaction with swelling or breathing symptoms - Your child has a serious injury where you suspect neck or spine trauma ## What to Do on the Way to the ER A few small steps can make the evaluation faster and more accurate: - Write down the highest temperature, how it was measured, and any medicine given (name, dose, time). - Bring a list (or photos) of medications, allergies, and key medical history (including asthma action plan). - For vomiting/diarrhea, bring a preferred cup/bottle; offer small sips only if your child is alert and wants it. - If your child worsens quickly, don’t wait—go ask for help immediately. ## Trust Your Instincts Parents and caregivers are often the first to notice subtle changes. You do not need a perfect explanation to seek care. If symptoms are escalating and you are worried about breathing trouble, dehydration, severe allergic reaction, or responsiveness, it is appropriate to visit the ER. ## Peace of Mind When Your Child Can’t Wait [Pediatric emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergencies/ "Pediatric emergencies") can be overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate them alone. If you are worried that your child needs an urgent evaluation, Life Savers Emergency Room is open 24/7 with no wait times, [on-site diagnostics](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/), and a compassionate team ready to quickly assess symptoms so you can focus on what matters most: your child’s safety and comfort. Find your nearest [Life Savers ER location](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) today. **Categories:** Children's Health --- ### [Women’s Health Emergencies: When to Go to the ER](https://lifesaverser.com/womens-health-emergencies/) **Published:** February 17, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** ## How You Feel Matters If your symptoms are mild, stable, and improving, you can often start with your primary care provider or OB/GYN. However, if symptoms are severe, sudden, or getting worse, the ER is the safer choice. It also matters how you feel overall. A symptom that might be manageable on its own becomes more urgent when it is paired with weakness, dizziness, shortness of breath, confusion, or [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration"). When in doubt, trust the pattern. If you are thinking, “This feels different than usual,” it is worth being evaluated. And if you think you may be pregnant, mention it right away–a possible pregnancy can change testing, diagnosis, and treatment. ## Abdominal and Pelvic Pain That Should Not Be Dismissed Abdominal and pelvic pain have [many causes](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/), from constipation and gas to ovarian cysts and urinary infections. The challenge is that some time-sensitive problems can start with pain that feels “off” before it becomes severe. Pain is more concerning when it is sudden, sharp, one-sided, or steadily worsening over hours. It is also more urgent when it is accompanied by [fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "fever"), vomiting, fainting, or vaginal bleeding. In the ER, clinicians often focus on ruling out urgent causes of significant abdominal or pelvic pain, such as the following: - **[Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/ "Appendicitis"),** which may start as vague discomfort and then become sharper, often with nausea or loss of appetite. - **Kidney stones,** which can cause intense flank pain, sometimes with nausea, vomiting, or blood in the urine. - **Gallbladder issues,** which can cause upper abdominal pain, often after eating, with nausea or pain that spreads to the back. - **Ovarian torsion** is uncommon but serious. It can cause sudden, severe pelvic pain, often with nausea or vomiting, and requires urgent evaluation. - **Ectopic pregnancy** can cause pelvic pain, shoulder pain, dizziness, or fainting, and requires immediate care. ## Heavy Vaginal Bleeding and Pregnancy-Related Emergencies Bleeding patterns vary widely, and not every heavy period is an emergency. But there are situations where bleeding requires urgent care, especially when it is paired with symptoms of low blood volume such as dizziness, fainting, or extreme weakness. Bleeding during pregnancy should always be taken seriously. Even light bleeding is an indication to call your OB/GYN, but heavier bleeding, bleeding with cramping, or bleeding with dizziness should be evaluated urgently. In early pregnancy, one goal is to rule out ectopic pregnancy. Later in pregnancy, the priority is ensuring both the parent and the baby are safe. Postpartum bleeding can also become dangerous. If bleeding becomes suddenly heavy, you feel faint, or you are soaking through pads quickly, that is a reason to seek [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care"). For women experiencing chronic blood loss or anemia-related symptoms, [iron infusion therapy](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) may also be part of a recovery plan. ## Urinary Symptoms That Can Turn Serious Fast A mild [urinary tract infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) may start with burning, urgency, or frequent urination. Many people can be treated quickly through their primary care provider or OB/GYN when symptoms are mild and they feel otherwise well. The concern is that a urinary infection can spread upward to the kidneys or trigger a larger infection in the body. Signs that urinary symptoms may be more serious include fever, chills, back or side pain, vomiting, or feeling too weak to function normally. Another big red flag is dehydration. If you cannot keep fluids down, you can spiral into worsening symptoms quickly, especially if vomiting or diarrhea is involved. In those cases, IV fluids and medications may be the safest way to stabilize. Older adults may show fewer classic symptoms. Sudden confusion, weakness, or a major drop in energy can be a sign that something more serious is happening and this calls for immediate evaluation. ## Mental Health Symptoms That Need Emergency Support Mental health emergencies are real medical emergencies. Severe anxiety can feel like a heart problem, and serious depression can become life-threatening. The most important rule is safety. If you or someone you love is experiencing a [behavioral health emergency](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/), do not hesitate to seek help. Seek emergency help right away if you or someone you love is having thoughts of self-harm, has a plan, has taken an overdose, or cannot stay safe. It also warrants urgent evaluation if someone seems disconnected from reality, is extremely agitated, is not sleeping for long periods, or feels out of control. Postpartum mental health deserves special attention. New parents can experience severe anxiety, depression, panic, or, in rare cases, symptoms that include paranoia or confusion. If symptoms feel intense, scary, or unsafe, do not wait or try to handle it alone. ## Chest Symptoms, Shortness of Breath, and Blood Clot Warning Signs Some serious conditions are missed because their symptoms are not what people expect, and women may describe symptoms differently. Heart and lung issues can show up as pressure, tightness, shortness of breath, nausea, sweating, or unusual fatigue. Some women describe discomfort in the jaw, neck, back, or upper stomach area rather than classic [chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "chest pain"). Blood clots are another concern. A clot in the leg can sometimes travel to the lungs. If you have one-sided leg swelling with pain or warmth, or you develop sudden shortness of breath or chest pain, seek [emergency care for your symptoms](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) right away. ## Go to the ER Now If You Have These Red Flags - Severe abdominal or pelvic pain that is sudden, worsening, or paired with fever, vomiting, or fainting - Heavy vaginal bleeding, especially with dizziness, weakness, or shortness of breath - Vaginal bleeding during pregnancy with pain, dizziness, or fainting - UTI symptoms with fever, [back pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/ "back pain"), vomiting, or inability to keep fluids down - Chest pain or pressure, shortness of breath, new sweating, or nausea that feels unusual for you - Sudden shortness of breath, especially with chest pain, fast heartbeat, or one-sided leg swelling - Confusion, fainting, severe weakness, or difficulty staying awake - Suicidal thoughts, overdose concerns, or feeling unable to stay safe ## What an ER Visit May Look Like A big reason people hesitate is the fear of being dismissed. In emergency medicine, ruling out dangerous causes is the point. If nothing life-threatening is happening, that is still valuable information. Depending on your symptoms, the ER team may check your vital signs, hydration status, and oxygen level, review your medications, and ask about the timing and severity. Testing may include a urine test, pregnancy test when relevant, blood work, and imaging like ultrasound, X-ray, or CT if needed. Our [on-site lab and imaging services](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/) allow the care team to evaluate pain, bleeding, infection, or other urgent concerns without delays. If mental health symptoms are the main issue, the focus is stabilization, safety planning, and connecting you to next-step support. ## A Safer Rule: Treat “Different Than Normal” as Important Women are often encouraged to normalize discomfort. Some discomfort is normal, but severe, sudden, or clearly different symptoms deserve attention. Getting checked early can prevent a small problem from growing bigger and gain some peace of mind when the cause is not dangerous. If you are dealing with urgent symptoms and need to be evaluated right away, [Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) is open 24/7 with no wait times, so you can get answers quickly and feel supported as you move forward. **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [Detox and Recovery: Starting the Year with Emergency Support](https://lifesaverser.com/detox-and-recovery/) **Published:** January 9, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Each year, many people enter January determined to make healthier choices. For some, this includes facing challenges with substance use. While setting goals for recovery is an important first step, withdrawal from drugs or alcohol can be dangerous if attempted alone. [Medically assisted detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) in an emergency setting provides the safety, monitoring, and compassionate care patients need to take the first steps toward long-term recovery. ## Understanding Withdrawal When the body becomes dependent on drugs or alcohol, suddenly stopping use can trigger withdrawal symptoms. These symptoms happen because the brain and body have adjusted to functioning with the substance. Without it, they struggle to regain balance. Consult a healthcare provider before attempting to quit any substance, especially alcohol, opioids, or benzodiazepines. A supervised plan reduces the risk of serious complications. Withdrawal can range from mild discomfort to life-threatening complications. Symptoms vary depending on the substance, how long it was used, and the individual’s overall health. ## Common Withdrawal Symptoms Alcohol and drug withdrawal share some similarities, but each comes with unique risks. Some of the most common symptoms include: - Anxiety, irritability, or restlessness - Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea - Sweating, shaking, or muscle aches - Difficulty sleeping - Rapid heartbeat or elevated blood pressure More severe cases can involve seizures, hallucinations, or dangerous shifts in body chemistry. ## Why Detox Can Be Dangerous Without Help Many people attempt to detox at home, but this approach is rarely safe. Withdrawal symptoms can escalate quickly, especially with alcohol, opioids, or benzodiazepines. Without medical support, seizures, heart problems, and severe [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration") are real risks. In addition, intense cravings make relapse likely. For someone who has stopped using, returning to the same dosage can easily result in overdose. Professional monitoring during detox helps patients manage these risks safely. ## How the ER Supports Detox Life Savers ER provides [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care") for individuals experiencing withdrawal. Patients are evaluated immediately to determine the type and severity of symptoms. This evaluation may include vital sign checks, [lab work](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/), and monitoring for hidden complications. Treatment in the ER may involve: - IV fluids to correct dehydration and electrolyte imbalances - Medications to reduce nausea, anxiety, or seizures - Oxygen or breathing support for respiratory distress - Close monitoring of heart rate, blood pressure, and neurological status Before leaving the ER, ask for a written discharge plan that includes a follow-up appointment, addiction counseling resources, and local support groups. The goal is stabilization, making sure the patient is safe and supported until symptoms are under control. ## Alcohol Withdrawal: A High-Risk Condition Alcohol withdrawal can be particularly dangerous. Some individuals develop delirium tremens (DTs), which can include confusion, shaking, hallucinations, and dangerously [high blood pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/ "high blood pressure"). DTs are a medical emergency that can be fatal without prompt care. Anyone experiencing confusion, seizures, or severe agitation while trying to stop drinking should be taken to the ER immediately. If you are unsure whether symptoms are urgent, review [When to Go to the ER](https://lifesaverser.com/when-to-go-to-the-er/). ## Opioid Withdrawal While opioid withdrawal is rarely life-threatening on its own, it is extremely uncomfortable and can lead to severe dehydration, rapid heart rate, or relapse. ER teams can provide IV fluids, medications for nausea and pain, and in some cases begin medication-assisted treatment to reduce cravings and ease the transition into longer-term care. ## Benzodiazepine Withdrawal Medications used to treat anxiety or insomnia, such as Xanax or Valium, can cause withdrawal seizures if stopped suddenly. This makes medical supervision essential for anyone dependent on these medications. ## The First Step Toward Recovery Detox in the ER is not the end of treatment but rather the beginning of recovery. After stabilization, patients may be referred to addiction specialists, rehabilitation centers, or outpatient programs that provide ongoing support. Families should know that bringing a loved one to the ER for withdrawal is not a failure. It is a life-saving decision that opens the door to long-term healing. ## Supporting a Loved One in Crisis Watching someone struggle with substance use is difficult. Families and friends often wonder when to step in. Some warning signs that a loved one may need ER-level detox include: - Shaking, sweating, or vomiting after stopping use - Hallucinations, confusion, or seizures - Severe mood swings or aggression - Refusal to eat, drink, or rest - Repeated unsuccessful attempts to quit at home Encouraging professional care during these moments may feel overwhelming, but it is one of the most important ways to support recovery. ## Emotional Impact of Withdrawal Beyond the physical symptoms, withdrawal takes a toll on mental health. Anxiety, depression, and fear of failure can complicate the process. The ER provides not only medical stabilization but also reassurance that patients are not alone. A compassionate approach helps reduce shame and builds trust for the next steps in treatment. ## Building a Safer Future Detox and recovery are not easy, but they are possible with the right help. Each successful step, whether it’s one night in the ER for stabilization or ongoing care through a rehabilitation program, moves patients closer to lasting wellness. Choosing emergency support when withdrawal symptoms begin is not only about survival. It is about laying the foundation for a safer, healthier future. ## Around-the-Clock Support Addiction and withdrawal do not follow a schedule. Crises often occur at night, on weekends, or during the holidays. That is why having access to emergency care 24/7 is so important. Life Savers ER is always open, ready to provide immediate evaluation and treatment for individuals facing the challenges of withdrawal. With no wait times, on-site labs, and experienced physicians, our team ensures patients receive safe, compassionate care at one of the most critical points in their recovery journey. If mental health symptoms are part of the crisis, visit [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) to learn how emergency support can help. **Categories:** Medically Assisted Detox --- ### [Stomach Pain: When to go to the ER](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain/) **Published:** January 5, 2026 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Often, stomach pain is mild and caused by something temporary like indigestion or a stomach virus. But abdominal pain can also be a sign of something more serious, including appendicitis, gallstones, or a bowel obstruction. Because stomach pain can range from minor to life-threatening, it is important to know when symptoms require [emergency medical services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/). If you are unsure what level of care you need, explore the full range of [Life Savers ER services](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) available 24/7. ## Types of Stomach Pain Doctors generally classify stomach pain as either acute or chronic. Acute pain comes on suddenly and worsens over a short period of time, usually hours to days. This type of pain often points to infections, injuries, or blockages. Chronic pain lasts for weeks or months, sometimes coming and going. Chronic pain may be linked to long-term digestive disorders or underlying medical conditions. Understanding which type of pain you are experiencing helps determine whether you can wait to see your doctor or need emergency evaluation right away. ## Causes of Acute Stomach Pain Acute stomach pain may appear suddenly and feel severe. Common causes include food poisoning (cramping, vomiting, and diarrhea), food allergies (especially with rash or difficulty breathing), indigestion or heartburn after a heavy or spicy meal, urinary tract infections (lower abdominal discomfort), and gallstones or kidney stones that may cause sharp, radiating pain. Acute pain can also be caused by appendicitis, which often begins as pain near the belly button and shifts to the lower right abdomen. If appendicitis is a concern, review the [symptoms of appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) and seek care right away if symptoms are worsening. These conditions can progress quickly, which is why it is important to pay attention if pain gets worse instead of improving. ## Causes of Chronic Stomach Pain Chronic pain usually develops over time. Some of the most frequent causes are irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis, and chronic acid reflux or heartburn that may indicate gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). While these conditions are not always emergencies, they require ongoing medical management. If symptoms suddenly intensify, however, an ER visit may still be needed. ## Red Flag Symptoms That Require ER Care Most stomach pain will pass without [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care"), but certain signs indicate that professional evaluation should not wait. Seek care immediately if stomach pain is accompanied by: - Severe, sharp, or debilitating pain - Persistent vomiting or diarrhea leading to dehydration - [Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "Fever") over 100.4°F with abdominal discomfort - Blood in vomit or stool - Inability to eat or drink for more than two days - Swelling or rigidity of the abdomen - Signs of dehydration, such as dark urine, infrequent urination, or extreme thirst - Lack of bowel movements for several days combined with vomiting These symptoms suggest a condition that could worsen rapidly without intervention. ## Diagnosing Stomach Pain in the ER At Life Savers ER, patients with [abdominal pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/ "abdominal pain") are evaluated quickly to identify the cause. Diagnosis usually begins with a detailed medical history and physical exam. Doctors may also order additional testing through [on-site labs and imaging](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/), including: - Blood tests to check for infection, inflammation, or anemia - Urine tests to identify urinary tract or kidney issues - Imaging tests like ultrasound, X-ray, or CT scan to look for blockages, stones, or inflammation - EKG to rule out cardiac problems that sometimes mimic abdominal pain This evaluation helps ensure that serious causes are not overlooked. ## Treatment Options Treatment for stomach pain depends on the underlying cause. Stomach viruses and food poisoning often resolve with rest, hydration, and electrolyte replacement. Appendicitis typically requires surgery to remove the appendix. Gallstones may be managed with pain relief, diet changes, or surgery if blockages occur. Kidney stones may pass on their own, but some require pain management, IV fluids, or procedures to break them apart. Urinary tract infections are treated with antibiotics, while more severe infections may need IV treatment. The ER provides relief through pain management, fluids, and medications while determining whether further hospitalization or specialist care is required. ## Stomach Pain in Children Children may have difficulty describing their symptoms, making abdominal pain harder to evaluate. Parents should be cautious if a child refuses to walk, cries when their stomach is touched, or develops a fever and vomiting. These may be signs of appendicitis or another urgent condition. If your child cannot keep fluids down, is listless, has a swollen belly, or cries when touched, seek ER care right away, even if other symptoms are mild. Learn more about [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/) and when a child should be evaluated urgently. ## Stomach Pain in Seniors Older adults often experience less obvious symptoms. Their risk for complications such as diverticulitis, gallbladder disease, and bowel obstruction is higher, and their symptoms may be subtle. Because seniors are more vulnerable to dehydration and infection, they should be evaluated quickly if abdominal pain appears. ## When to See Your Doctor Instead Not all stomach pain requires an ER visit. If discomfort is mild, occasional, and improves with rest or over-the-counter remedies, scheduling an appointment with your primary care provider may be appropriate. Your doctor can evaluate chronic issues such as IBS or acid reflux and recommend long-term management. If your pain is mild and you choose to wait, monitor your temperature, fluid intake, and symptoms closely. If anything gets worse or new symptoms appear, do not delay care. The ER is the safest choice when symptoms are severe, sudden, or associated with red flag signs. ## Don’t Ignore Serious Stomach Pain Stomach pain may seem like a simple problem, but it can sometimes signal life-threatening conditions. When pain is intense, persistent, or paired with other concerning symptoms, the safest decision is to seek immediate emergency care. Life Savers ER is open 24/7 with no wait times. With advanced imaging, on-site labs, and experienced emergency physicians, our team diagnoses and treats abdominal pain so you can feel better and avoid complications. For help finding the nearest facility or getting questions answered, visit [Contact Us](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us/). **Categories:** Abdominal Pain, Emergency Health --- ### [Holiday Health Emergencies: How to Stay Safe and Know When to Visit the ER](https://lifesaverser.com/holiday-health-emergencies/) **Published:** December 5, 2025 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** The holiday season is a time for celebration, family gatherings, and long-awaited traditions. But it’s also a time when accidents and health emergencies tend to rise. From slips on icy sidewalks to overeating at the dinner table, holiday habits can create risks that land people in the emergency room. While no one wants to spend Christmas Day or New Year’s Eve dealing with an injury or illness, being aware of common holiday health issues can help you prevent them or handle them quickly if they do occur. ## Falls and Injuries Decorating the house, hanging lights, or rushing around on icy sidewalks all increase the risk of falls. A slip on a wet floor or a tumble from a chair used as a stepstool can quickly turn holiday fun into an ER visit. To reduce your risk, always use sturdy equipment like a step ladder instead of climbing on chairs or countertops. Wear shoes with good traction if you’ll be outside, especially in areas prone to ice. Keep walkways clear of clutter and cords, which can be easy tripping hazards during holiday parties. Seek emergency care right away if a fall causes severe pain, swelling, difficulty moving a limb, or visible deformity, as these may indicate a fracture. Head injuries are especially concerning. If you or a loved one loses consciousness, becomes confused, or develops nausea and vomiting after a fall, head to the ER immediately. Visit our [trauma emergency care](https://www.lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) page to learn how we evaluate injuries. ## Overindulgence and Overexertion The holidays are filled with big meals, sugary desserts, and festive drinks. While enjoying food and drink is part of the season, overindulgence can cause serious health problems. Rich meals can trigger [heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/ "heartburn") or gallbladder pain, while too much alcohol can lead to dehydration, injuries, or even alcohol poisoning. Individuals with [diabetes](https://lifesaverser.com/diabetes-basic-facts/ "diabetes"), heart disease, or other chronic conditions may experience complications even with small amounts of excess. Moderation is key. Limit alcohol intake, drink water throughout gatherings, and balance indulgent meals with lighter options. If you feel chest pain, shortness of breath, or severe [abdominal pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/ "abdominal pain") after overeating, don’t ignore it. These could signal a heart attack, pancreatitis, or another urgent condition. Our [injuries and illness](https://www.lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) page offers helpful guidance on symptoms that require emergency evaluation. ## Exhaustion and Stress Holidays can be as exhausting as they are joyful. Late nights, long travel days, poor sleep, and the stress of preparing meals and shopping can leave the body run-down. With weakened immunity, you may be more vulnerable to colds, flu, or other seasonal illnesses. Stress can also trigger headaches, [high blood pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/ "high blood pressure"), or anxiety attacks. To prevent holiday burnout, pace yourself. Build in time to rest, maintain healthy eating habits, and stay hydrated. If stress becomes overwhelming or you develop [chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "chest pain"), severe headaches, or trouble breathing, seek care right away. Learn more about related conditions in our post on [flu season risks](https://www.lifesaverser.com/flu-season-is-here/). ## Planning Ahead for Chronic Conditions One of the challenges of the holiday season is that many primary care offices and pharmacies adjust their hours. If you live with a chronic condition such as diabetes, asthma, or high blood pressure, it’s important to plan ahead. Refill prescriptions early and schedule any needed appointments before offices close for extended weekends. Bring copies of your prescriptions and [insurance](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/ "insurance") cards if you are traveling, and know the location of the nearest urgent care or ER at your destination. Having what you need on hand helps you avoid last-minute scrambles or unnecessary trips to the ER for non-emergency medication refills. However, if your condition worsens suddenly or your usual medications aren’t working, emergency care may be necessary. Visit our [services](https://www.lifesaverser.com/services/) page to understand the full scope of care available. ## When to Head to the ER Despite your best efforts, emergencies can still happen. Knowing when a situation requires immediate ER care helps prevent further complications. During the holidays, some of the most common emergencies include: - Asthma attacks that do not improve with inhalers - Severe chest pain or sudden shortness of breath - Broken bones or suspected fractures - High [fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "fever") or flu symptoms with trouble breathing - Head injuries with loss of consciousness or confusion - Abdominal pain that is sudden or severe - Signs of [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration"), especially in children or older adults Life Savers ER is fully equipped to handle these emergencies 24/7. With board-certified physicians, on-site imaging, and lab services, our team can diagnose and treat urgent conditions quickly, without long waits. Learn more about our capabilities on the [lab and imaging](https://www.lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/) page or our [pediatric emergency care](https://www.lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/) page. ## Staying Safe During the Holidays Prevention is always better than treatment. Here are a few simple ways to keep your holidays safe and healthy: - Stay alert while decorating: Use proper tools and avoid climbing on unstable furniture. - Balance meals and alcohol: Enjoy holiday treats in moderation and don’t forget water. - Prioritize sleep and rest: Give your body time to recharge during busy days. - Manage stress: Share responsibilities, take breaks, and practice relaxation techniques. - Prepare medications in advance: Ensure you have enough to last through office closures. By taking small precautions, you can reduce your risk of emergencies and spend more time enjoying the season with your loved ones. ## Be Prepared and Act Quickly The holidays should be filled with joy, not trips to the [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room"). Still, accidents and health crises can happen when least expected. Recognizing when a situation calls for immediate medical care ensures you get the right help at the right time. Life Savers ER is open 24/7 with no wait times. Our experienced team is ready to provide fast, compassionate care so you and your family can focus on what matters most this holiday season: celebrating together. For more information, visit our [locations](https://www.lifesaverser.com/locations/) page. **Categories:** Holidays --- ### [Chest Pain Isn’t Always a Heart Attack, But Don’t Wait to Find Out](https://lifesaverser.com/chest-pain/) **Published:** December 8, 2025 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Chest pain is one of the most common reasons people go to the emergency room. It’s also one of the most frightening symptoms to experience, since most people immediately think of a heart attack. While chest pain isn’t always caused by heart problems, it should never be ignored. Some causes are minor, but others can be life-threatening without fast medical care. Understanding the different reasons for chest pain, recognizing warning signs, and knowing when to head to the ER can make all the difference in protecting your health. ## Common Causes of Chest Pain Not every case of chest pain signals a heart attack. Other conditions can trigger similar symptoms, and some may be less severe. However, even non-cardiac causes can require treatment. Common causes include: - **Heart-related conditions:** Heart attack, angina (reduced blood flow to the heart), myocarditis, or pericarditis. Learn more about related emergencies in our article on [chest pain evaluation](https://www.lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/). - **Lung-related issues:** Pulmonary embolism, pneumonia, pleurisy, or a collapsed lung. - **Digestive problems:** Acid reflux (GERD), gallbladder disease, or esophageal spasms. - **Musculoskeletal pain:** Strained muscles, rib injuries, or inflammation of the chest wall. Because the chest contains the heart, lungs, esophagus, and major blood vessels, pain in this area can come from many different sources. It’s impossible to know for certain what’s happening without medical evaluation. ## Warning Signs of a Heart Attack Heart attacks can present in different ways, and not everyone experiences the “classic” crushing chest pain often seen in movies. Some people, especially women, older adults, and people with [diabetes](https://lifesaverser.com/diabetes-basic-facts/ "diabetes"), may have subtle symptoms that are easy to dismiss. Signs of a possible heart attack include: - Chest discomfort described as pressure, heaviness, fullness, or squeezing - Pain spreading to the arm, back, jaw, or neck - Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing - Nausea, vomiting, or stomach discomfort - Sudden sweating or clammy skin - Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting - Unusual fatigue If these symptoms appear, call 911 or go to the ER immediately. Fast treatment restores blood flow to the heart and prevents long-term damage. ## When Chest Pain Is an Emergency Even if chest pain is not caused by a heart attack, it can still be a medical emergency. You should seek immediate care if chest pain is: - Severe or persistent - Accompanied by shortness of breath, dizziness, or fainting - Associated with a rapid or irregular heartbeat - Triggered by physical activity and relieved by rest - Accompanied by coughing up blood or sudden weakness in the arms or legs Conditions such as blood clots, collapsed lung, or severe infections require urgent treatment. Delaying care can put your health at risk. For more information on emergency symptoms, visit our [injuries and illness](https://www.lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) page. ## How Life Savers ER Evaluates Chest Pain Because chest pain can come from many causes, the first step in the ER is to quickly determine whether the problem is heart-related. At Life Savers ER, our team uses advanced diagnostic tools available on-site to give you answers without delay. [EKG, imaging, and lab testing](https://www.lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/) help our physicians evaluate chest pain quickly and accurately. These tools allow us to identify life-threatening causes and begin treatment immediately. - **EKG:** Detects abnormal rhythms or signs of a heart attack. - **Blood tests:** Look for cardiac enzymes that signal heart damage. - **Chest X-ray:** Identifies pneumonia, collapsed lung, or other lung issues. - **CT scan or ultrasound:** Provides detailed imaging for conditions like blood clots or gallbladder disease. Bringing a list of medications, [allergies](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/ "allergies"), and medical history can help ensure the fastest and most accurate care. ## What Treatment May Include Treatment depends on the underlying cause of chest pain. For a heart attack, immediate steps may include oxygen, medications to restore blood flow, and transfer to a cardiology team for further procedures if needed. Lung-related causes like pneumonia may require antibiotics or oxygen therapy. Musculoskeletal or digestive causes may be treated with pain relief or medications to reduce inflammation or acid reflux. The key is getting evaluated quickly so treatment can begin before complications develop. Visit our [trauma emergency care](https://www.lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) page to learn more about how we respond to urgent conditions. ## Be Prepared and Act Quickly Chest pain is never something to brush off or wait out. While not every case means a heart attack, only a medical evaluation can rule out serious conditions. Recognizing the warning signs and seeking immediate care ensures you get the treatment you need without delay. Life Savers ER is open 24/7 with no wait times. With on-site imaging, labs, and experienced emergency physicians, our team is ready to evaluate chest pain and provide fast, effective care around the clock. Learn more about the services we offer by visiting our [Services](https://www.lifesaverser.com/services/) page or explore [pediatric emergency care](https://www.lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/) if your child experiences concerning symptoms. **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [When to Go to the ER: Recognizing the Most Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/when-to-go-to-the-er/) **Published:** November 12, 2025 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** ## Recognizing Medical Emergencies Medical emergencies can happen suddenly and without warning. While no one ever wants to face a life-threatening situation, knowing what to do and where to go can make a critical difference. Recognizing the signs of a serious emergency helps you stay calm, act quickly, and ensure you or your loved one gets the right care as fast as possible. Quick action is essential in emergencies. Knowing what symptoms require immediate ER care can help save lives. This guide covers four of the most common emergencies—bleeding, breathing difficulties, heart attacks, and collapse—and explains when they require a trip to the [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room"). ## Severe Bleeding Minor cuts and scrapes are usually managed at home, but serious bleeding or deep wounds need emergency care. However, heavy bleeding or a deep wound can be a medical emergency that requires immediate professional care. The first step in managing significant bleeding is to apply firm, direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth or bandage. This can slow or stop the bleeding while you decide on next steps. But not all bleeding can be controlled with first aid. You should go to the ER if: - The wound continues bleeding heavily after a few minutes of direct pressure - An object is deeply embedded in the wound (do not try to remove large objects on your own) - The injury exposes tissue, muscle, or bone - The injured person becomes pale, dizzy, or weak, which could signal internal bleeding Internal bleeding is particularly dangerous because it cannot be seen. If you notice symptoms such as fainting, confusion, rapid heartbeat, or [abdominal pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/ "abdominal pain") after an accident, seek emergency care immediately. ## Breathing Difficulties Any difficulty with breathing is considered an emergency. Breathing problems can be caused by many conditions, including asthma attacks, pneumonia, allergic reactions, chest injuries, or heart problems. Warning signs include breathlessness, gasping for air, difficulty speaking in full sentences, wheezing, or bluish-colored lips or fingertips. A person may also appear sweaty, anxious, or unusually pale. If someone is struggling to breathe, call 911 or take them to the nearest emergency room right away. Do not wait to see if the problem improves on its own, as breathing difficulties can worsen quickly and become life-threatening. ## Heart Attack Heart attacks remain one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Recognizing the early signs can save a life, since many people delay care because they are unsure if their symptoms are serious. Classic signs include sudden [chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "chest pain") that feels like pressure, squeezing, or heaviness. Some people describe it as a stabbing or burning pain. Other warning signs include shortness of breath, dizziness, sweating, nausea, or pain that radiates into the arms, back, jaw, or neck. Not every heart attack looks the same. Some people, especially women, older adults, and individuals with [diabetes](https://lifesaverser.com/diabetes-basic-facts/ "diabetes"), may have subtle symptoms such as unusual fatigue, indigestion, or mild chest discomfort. If you suspect a heart attack, do not ignore the symptoms. Call 911 or go to the emergency room immediately. Prompt treatment restores blood flow to the heart and reduces the risk of permanent damage. ## Collapse or Loss of Consciousness Seeing someone suddenly collapse is frightening, and it can be hard to know what caused it. Collapse may result from [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration"), low blood sugar, heart rhythm problems, seizures, or stroke. Some causes are mild, while others are life-threatening. If the person is unconscious and not breathing, call 911 immediately and begin CPR if you are trained to do so. If they are unconscious but breathing normally, place them on their side in the recovery position while waiting for help. This keeps their airway open and reduces the risk of [choking](https://lifesaverser.com/the-right-steps-to-take-if-someone-is-choking/ "choking"). Even if the person regains consciousness quickly, a medical evaluation is necessary. Collapse can indicate a serious underlying condition that needs urgent attention. ## Taking Action in an Emergency In any of these situations, acting quickly can make a lifesaving difference. Calling 911 is the right choice when someone is unstable or unable to get to the hospital safely. If it is safe to transport the person, going directly to the nearest emergency room ensures they get immediate access to testing, diagnosis, and treatment. At Life Savers ER, our team is prepared around the clock to handle medical emergencies of all kinds. With on-site imaging, lab services, and experienced emergency physicians, patients receive fast, effective care without the delays often experienced in larger hospitals. ## Be Prepared and Act Quickly No one plans for an emergency, but knowing how to respond when it happens can make all the difference. Recognizing the warning signs of severe bleeding, breathing problems, chest pain, or sudden collapse helps you take action without hesitation. Quick decisions can save lives. Life Savers ER is open 24/7 with no wait times. Our compassionate team is here to provide immediate care for emergencies big or small, so you can focus on getting the help you need when every second counts. **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [Holiday Health Hazards: ER Advice to Stay Safe](https://lifesaverser.com/holiday-health-hazards/) **Published:** November 7, 2025 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** ## The Holiday Season and Health Emergencies The holiday season is one of the most anticipated times of the year. Families gather, kitchens fill with the smell of favorite dishes, and parties keep everyone celebrating late into the night. But with the joy and excitement also comes a noticeable rise in accidents and health emergencies. From burns in the kitchen to injuries on icy sidewalks, these incidents can quickly turn celebrations into stressful trips to the hospital. Knowing the most common holiday health hazards and how to respond to them can help you protect yourself and your loved ones. When emergencies do happen, having a trusted [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room") available with no wait times ensures you get care quickly, without added stress during an already busy season. ## Kitchen Burns and Cuts Holiday cooking is a beloved tradition, but it also brings the risk of accidents. Burns are among the most common ER visits during this season, often caused by hot stovetops, boiling liquids, or oven mishaps. Minor burns can sometimes be managed at home with cool running water and clean bandages, but more serious burns need immediate medical attention. Always cool burns right away with running water, and avoid applying ice or greasy ointments. Seek [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care") if a burn is large, blistering, involves the face or joints, or causes severe pain. Deep cuts from knives or broken glass are also common during holiday food prep. Small cuts may be treated at home, but deep wounds that continue to bleed despite pressure require urgent care. ## Slips, Trips, and Falls Decorating homes, climbing ladders, or rushing across icy driveways all increase the risk of falls. While some falls lead only to bruises, others result in broken bones, sprains, or head injuries. You should head to the ER if a fall causes intense pain, inability to move a limb, visible deformity, or head trauma with symptoms such as confusion, nausea, or loss of consciousness. Quick imaging and evaluation help determine if fractures or concussions have occurred. ## Alcohol-Related Emergencies Festive drinks are a staple at many holiday gatherings, but alcohol misuse can lead to dangerous situations. Excessive drinking increases the risk of car accidents, falls, [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration"), and even alcohol poisoning. Warning signs of alcohol poisoning include vomiting, confusion, slow or irregular breathing, and unconsciousness. If you suspect alcohol poisoning, seek emergency help immediately. It is also important to avoid driving after drinking. Arrange for designated drivers, rideshares, or public transportation to keep yourself and others safe. ## Food Overindulgence Holiday meals are known for being rich and plentiful. Overeating is common, but in some cases, it can cause more than just indigestion. For people with gallbladder issues, heart problems, or [diabetes](https://lifesaverser.com/diabetes-basic-facts/ "diabetes"), large meals can trigger severe symptoms such as chest pain, abdominal pain, or dangerously high blood sugar. If you experience persistent chest discomfort, severe stomach pain, or symptoms that do not improve with rest, it’s important to seek emergency care. These could signal a heart attack, pancreatitis, or another serious condition that requires immediate treatment. ## Respiratory Issues Cold and flu season overlaps with the holidays, which means respiratory infections are another reason ER visits increase this time of year. Children, older adults, and individuals with asthma or chronic lung disease are at higher risk of complications. With cold and flu season peaking during the holidays, respiratory problems are a common reason for ER visits. Protect yourself with frequent handwashing and getting a flu shot if eligible. Difficulty breathing, wheezing, high [fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "fever"), or confusion are all signs that it’s time to visit the ER. Emergency physicians can provide oxygen, IV fluids, or other treatments to help stabilize symptoms and prevent further complications. ## Stress and Exhaustion The holidays often come with packed schedules, late nights, and extra responsibilities. This combination can lead to exhaustion and high stress levels, which in turn can worsen existing conditions like [high blood pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/ "high blood pressure") or heart disease. While fatigue itself isn’t an emergency, [chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "chest pain"), severe headaches, dizziness, or fainting should never be ignored. If these occur, go to the ER for evaluation. ## Planning Ahead for Safety While not every accident can be avoided, some preparation goes a long way in reducing risk: - Use proper equipment like ladders instead of chairs when decorating. - Keep kitchens organized to prevent burns and cuts. - Pace yourself with food and alcohol, and drink plenty of water. - Take breaks, get enough sleep, and don’t ignore signs of stress. - Keep important medications refilled, especially if pharmacies may be closed. By staying mindful and taking a few simple precautions, you can lower your chances of a holiday health emergency. ## Be Prepared and Act Quickly Holidays are meant for celebration, not the stress of the ER waiting room. Still, accidents and medical crises can happen in an instant. Recognizing the signs of a true emergency and acting quickly ensures that you or your loved ones get the care you need without delay. Life Savers ER is open 24/7 with no wait times, even on holidays. With on-site imaging, labs, and experienced emergency physicians, we are ready to handle everything from burns and broken bones to chest pain and breathing difficulties. This season, you can focus on family and festivities knowing that expert care is always available when you need it most. **Categories:** Health & Wellness, Holidays --- ### [Syphilis Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore: When to Seek Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/syphilis-symptoms/) **Published:** November 2, 2025 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** ## What Is Syphilis? Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. Despite being treatable with antibiotics, syphilis remains a serious health concern. Syphilis is a common sexually transmitted infection that is often missed but important to catch early. The infection progresses in stages, each with different symptoms. Some are subtle and easy to miss, which is why testing and early treatment are so important. While most cases can be managed with prompt medical care, there are certain times when syphilis symptoms become urgent enough to require a visit to the [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room"). ## Recognizing the Stages of Syphilis Understanding the stages of syphilis helps you know what signs to look for and when to seek care. ### Primary Syphilis The first symptom is usually a single, painless sore (called a chancre) at the site of infection: often the genitals, mouth, or rectum. The sore typically appears about three weeks after exposure and heals within a few weeks, even without treatment. Healing does not mean the infection is gone; the bacteria remain in the body. ### Secondary Syphilis Weeks or months later, a rash can develop on the body, often on the palms of the hands or soles of the feet. Other symptoms may include fever, swollen lymph nodes, [sore throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/ "sore throat"), patchy hair loss, headaches, or fatigue. These symptoms may disappear on their own, but the infection progresses silently if untreated. ### Latent Syphilis During this stage, there are no outward symptoms, but the bacteria remain active. This stage can last for years. ### Tertiary Syphilis Without treatment, syphilis can eventually damage major organs. Complications may include vision loss, hearing loss, memory problems, heart disease, or severe neurological decline. At this stage, the disease can be life-threatening. ## When to Seek Care Any time you notice a sore that could be a chancre, or a rash that doesn’t seem to have another cause, it’s important to schedule a medical evaluation. Because syphilis can be silent for long periods, even those without symptoms should consider testing if: - You’ve had unprotected sex with a new or multiple partners - A partner has been diagnosed with an STI - You are pregnant (testing is essential to protect the baby) Syphilis can progress with no obvious symptoms. If you have new partners, any STI risk, or unexplained health changes, ask your provider about syphilis testing, even if you feel fine. ## When to Seek Emergency Care While most syphilis cases can be evaluated in a clinic or urgent care setting, there are specific situations when immediate ER attention is necessary. These include: - Neurological symptoms such as confusion, sudden vision changes, hearing loss, severe headache, or stroke-like weakness - [Chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "Chest pain") or shortness of breath, which may signal heart complications in late-stage syphilis - Severe rash with [fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "fever") or open sores that are painful, spreading quickly, or showing signs of secondary infection - Pregnancy with syphilis symptoms, since congenital syphilis poses life-threatening risks to newborns - Rapid mental decline or coordination issues, which could indicate neurosyphilis, a form that affects the brain and spinal cord These emergencies are rare but require immediate evaluation. In these situations, ER doctors can run urgent tests, begin treatment, and stabilize complications. ## Why Testing Matters Because syphilis symptoms can come and go, many people don’t realize they are infected until serious damage has already occurred. Testing is simple (a blood test can confirm infection) and treatment with antibiotics is highly effective, especially in the early stages. Pregnant women are strongly encouraged to get tested. Untreated syphilis can pass to the baby, leading to congenital syphilis, miscarriage, or stillbirth. ## Protecting Yourself and Others Syphilis spreads through direct contact with sores during sexual activity. Using condoms and dental dams lowers risk but does not eliminate it, since sores can occur in areas not covered by protection. The most effective prevention is regular STI testing and open communication with partners. If diagnosed, completing treatment and following up with your doctor is critical. Avoid sexual contact until cleared by a healthcare provider to prevent reinfection or transmission. ## The Bottom Line Syphilis is a serious but treatable infection. Early symptoms like sores or rashes are often overlooked, but they are the body’s signal that something is wrong. Testing and treatment can stop the infection in its tracks before it causes lasting harm. If you ever develop neurological symptoms, chest pain, or sudden changes in vision or hearing, don’t wait; head to the emergency room right away. Life Savers ER is open 24/7 with no wait times. Our team provides discreet, compassionate care for urgent concerns, including complications of syphilis and other STIs, so you can get answers and treatment when it matters most. **Categories:** STD Testing --- ### [Everything You Need To Know About Asthma and Exercise](https://lifesaverser.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-asthma-and-exercise/) **Published:** October 23, 2019 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Exercising is essential for the overall health of our body, but for people with asthma, exercise may set off some symptoms, including wheezing and breathlessness. However, with proper guidance and treatment, people with asthma can introduce exercise in their daily routine. Physical activities can be more challenging for asthma patients, but it has shown many benefits for them. According to studies, people with the highest level of physical activity were almost 2.5 times better at controlling their symptoms of asthma as compared to those who didn’t exercise. Exercising can be extremely beneficial as it improves your balance, lowers the risk of cardiovascular diseases, strengthens your bones, and boosts your mood. ### **Tips to Exercise Safely With Asthma** Asthmatic patients are more sensitive to extreme temperatures, dust, dry air, and pollution. While resting, the breath we take through nose moistens and filters the air before entering the lungs. But while working out, people mostly breathe through the mouth, which can trigger asthma. Therefore, people with asthma must breathe in through their nose and out through the mouth for better breathing. Some other precautions you must take to avoid asthma symptoms during exercise are: - Seek doctor’s advice and plan out a safe workout routine - Avoid environmental triggers - Reducing exposure to known triggers - Start with low-intensity workouts - Do not overexert your body - Warm-up first #### ***Also Read:*** **[*What is acute bronchitis?*](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/acute-bronchitis/)** ### **Benefits of exercise when you have asthma** In general, exercise offers the most diverse health benefits to all, including people with asthma. It is part of a healthy lifestyle. You must aim to work out from about 40-45 minutes, five days a week. Here are some benefits of exercising: - Strengthens your lungs - Increases your energy - Helps you with stress and anxiety issues - Fewer asthma episodes - Better quality of life - Decrease feeling of depression - Improves asthma control - Strengthen your heart - Improves immune system ### **Exercise-induced Asthma** Some people only discover asthma symptoms while exercising or doing some other physical activities. These symptoms may include shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing, or chest tightness. People experiencing these symptoms have exercise-induced asthma (EIA). However, that doesn’t mean they have to hold back from being active. As long as you can manage your symptoms, you can perform any exercise or sports activity. If you experience more severe symptoms of asthma that you cannot control, seek help from a doctor and visit **[24 hour emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/about-us/)**, in case of an emergency asthma attack. ### **Best and Worst Workouts for Asthma** Many physical activities trigger asthma right away, and every asthma patient must avoid, but not all are harmful to them. Activities that include a longer period of exertion may not be easy for asthma, including soccer, basketball, running, hockey, etc. Besides, cold-weather sports are also challenging for them like, ice skating and ice hockey. Sports or physical activities that involve a short burst of exertion are perfect for people with asthma. These activities include volleyball, baseball, yoga, swimming, walking, and biking. ### **In Final Words** Staying active keeps you healthy and is also essential for your mental health. Nothing should stop you from being active, not even asthma. However, if you experience any distress or discomfort while exercising, just run down to your nearest medical **ER 77041**, 77018, or 77064. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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This means more people are aligning towards [emergency medical care](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "emergency medical care"). Sometimes, in a panic or fear of a medical emergency, it becomes impossible for one to decide what to do and where to go. There are a number of reasons why people visit an [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room"). From simple injuries to critical illnesses, these rooms are fully capable and equipped to handle several health problems. A high number of people have been referring to these rooms, making the costs really affordable. **Emergency rooms:** If you are looking for a facility where a patient is provided with quality care in the most dangerous conditions, such as trauma, stroke, heart attack, infection, and severe bleeding, then these rooms are the right choice for you. ***[Emergency rooms](https://lifesaverser.com/)*** are open for 24 hours and are equipped with the latest machinery and experienced specialists. These rooms also work in partnership with many local hospitals and can arrange a quick transfer, if required. **Well, if you are confused whether for what reasons people are visiting emergency rooms, then here is the list of most common reasons why people visit these rooms.** **[Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "Chest Pain"):** A bigger problem might seem little in the start, which is why it is suggested never to ignore any kind of pain. If you are experiencing chest pains or sensations of pressure in the area, then it is recommended not to take it lightly. Chest pain can be a false alarm which may have been the cause of indigestion. But you cannot rule that possibility out without have proper testing. ECG(electrocardiogram) is used by the experienced physicians and nurses to rule out whether you have a serious heart condition or not. People who experience symptoms like pain in the arm, shortness of breath, [heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/ "heartburn"), dizziness, must seek emergency rooms immediately. **Stroke Symptoms:** Stroke is one such condition which needs immediate emergency medical attention. This can save someone’s life. The symptoms of a stroke are very common in adults and are one of the common reasons why people visit an ER. A stroke occurs when the blood flow gets cut off to a part of the brain. This can cause severe brain damage and even death in some cases. *Various symptoms of a stroke are:* - Confusion - Difficulty in speaking - Loss of balance or fainting - Feeling weakness on one side of the body or face - Difficulty in understanding speech - Blurred vision or vision loss If you face any such symptoms, you must rush to your nearest emergency centers immediately. **Burns:** Only a medical professional can tend to burns because they have proper medical training. Sometimes, the pain is not a reliable indicator of how damaging and serious the burn is. The size of the burn is the real indicator as severe burns also destroy the nerve ending, which makes it impossible to feel anything. You must seek emergency immediately if the burn looks more than three inches wide. If the burn is forming blisters and its paining when applied pressure, there is a chance of long term tissue damage. 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Some of the common symptoms of a traumatic injury are unresponsiveness, speech difficulty, and vomiting. **Accidents:** It is not a surprise that accidents are even in the list of emergency conditions. Anything from a twisted ankle, to a [concussion](https://lifesaverser.com/concussion-a-traumatic-brain-injury/ "concussion") or a fractured leg in the car accident, falls in this category. There are athletes who are sent to an ER when they face a concussion or any pain while playing. Patients from bad car accidents are directly sent to the ER so that their condition can be stabilized. **Conclusion:** Emergency rooms used to be very expensive but nowadays the services are affordable. The emergency centers are made in a way so that they are very accessible and situated near to you. 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However, there are key differences that may help you identify which virus is at play. **Influenza (Flu):** - Comes on suddenly - High fever, chills, and body aches - Fatigue and weakness - Cough and [sore throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/ "sore throat") - Headaches and sometimes vomiting, especially in children **RSV:** - More common in infants and young children, but can affect adults - Stuffy nose and cough that may worsen over several days - Trouble breathing, especially in babies - Loss of appetite or difficulty feeding **COVID-19:** - Symptoms may appear 2 to 14 days after exposure - Fever, cough, fatigue, and sore throat - Loss of taste or smell (less common with newer variants) - Headache and body aches - Can lead to breathing issues and other complications Since symptoms overlap, testing may be the only way to confirm which virus you have. This is especially important for people at higher risk, including infants, seniors, pregnant individuals, and those with chronic health conditions. ### When Flu Symptoms Become Dangerous Most people recover from the flu within a few days to a week. However, the virus can sometimes cause serious complications like pneumonia, [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration"), or worsening of existing health conditions. Knowing when flu symptoms are more than just uncomfortable is key. #### You should go to the emergency room if you or your child experiences: - Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath - High fever that does not go down with medicine - [Chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "Chest pain") or pressure - Confusion, dizziness, or trouble staying awake - Bluish lips or fingertips - Severe vomiting or signs of dehydration (such as no urine for 8 hours) In children, additional warning signs include: - Fast breathing or grunting - Seizures - Not eating or drinking - Not waking up or interacting - Fever with a rash Any of these signs point to a serious flu-related complication and need medical care right away. ### Flu in Babies and Young Children Young children, especially those under age five, are more vulnerable to flu complications. Infants under six months are at the highest risk because they are too young to receive the flu vaccine. 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These symptoms may indicate serious complications that need treatment right away. ### When to Watch and When to Act Not every sore throat or cough needs an ER visit. In most cases, rest, fluids, and over-the-counter medication will help ease symptoms. But if symptoms begin to interfere with breathing, hydration, or awareness, it is time to act. Use this simple rule of thumb: - If the sick person is **eating, drinking, breathing comfortably**, and alert, home care is usually enough. - If they are **struggling to breathe, stay hydrated, or stay awake**, it is time to seek emergency care. Also, trust your instincts. If something feels wrong or your loved one is not acting like themselves, it is better to be cautious. ### How Emergency Care Can Help Emergency departments are equipped to handle complications from viral illnesses quickly and safely. When you arrive, the care team will assess vital signs, oxygen levels, and dehydration risk. If needed, they may perform tests such as: - Flu and COVID-19 swabs - Chest X-rays to check for pneumonia - Blood tests for infection or organ stress For children and older adults, fluids or breathing support may be started right away. The goal is to stabilize the patient and begin treatment early to prevent worsening symptoms. ### Tips to Stay Ahead of Flu Season Prevention is the best way to reduce your risk of flu and other viruses. Here are some steps you can take right now: - Get the flu shot. Everyone 6 months and older should get vaccinated each year. - Practice good hand hygiene. Wash your hands with soap often, especially before eating and after coughing or sneezing. - Stay home when sick. Avoid school, work, or gatherings if you have symptoms. - Wear a mask in crowded or high-risk settings. - Disinfect shared surfaces like doorknobs, remote controls, and phones. - Keep your distance from people who are sick, especially if you are at higher risk. Even with precautions, it is still possible to get sick. But being prepared can reduce the chances of complications and help you recover faster. ### Protecting Your Family This Flu Season It is never easy to see a loved one struggling with illness. Knowing the signs of serious flu or viral infection can help you respond quickly and confidently. Whether it is a young child, a grandparent, or yourself, fast action during a health emergency can make a big difference. Flu season can be unpredictable, but your access to emergency care doesn’t have to be. If you or a loved one is showing signs of serious illness, the Life Savers ER team is ready 24/7 to provide fast, expert care when it matters most. **Categories:** Flu --- ### [Cold and Cough Season: How to Stay Healthy and When to See a Doctor](https://lifesaverser.com/colds-and-cough-season/) **Published:** October 7, 2025 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Every year, as the weather cools and people spend more time indoors, colds and coughs start to spread. That scratchy throat, stuffy nose, sneezing, and fatigue often mark the beginning of a common cold. While these illnesses are usually mild and go away on their own, knowing how to manage symptoms and when to seek medical care can help prevent complications and keep your family healthy throughout the season. ## Understanding the Common Cold One of the first signs of a cold is a runny nose, as the body produces clear mucus to help wash away the virus. This mucus can carry contagious particles, making it easy for colds to spread from person to person. As the immune system works harder, mucus may become thicker and change to yellow or green. This change in color doesn’t necessarily mean you have a bacterial infection; it’s simply a sign that your body is fighting back. For most people, colds last about seven to ten days, and symptoms gradually improve without the need for prescription medications. ### Common Symptoms Colds can cause a mix of symptoms, including nasal congestion, sore throat, mild headaches, watery eyes, sneezing, coughing, and body aches. These symptoms tend to come on gradually, unlike the flu, which often begins suddenly with a high fever, chills, and significant fatigue. ### When to See a Doctor While colds typically resolve without medical treatment, certain warning signs mean it’s time to get checked by a healthcare provider. Seek medical care if you or your child develops a fever higher than 100.4°F, experiences symptoms that last longer than ten days, or has trouble breathing. Severe sore throat, ear pain, confusion, extreme fatigue, or signs of [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration") are also red flags. In children, additional concerns include rapid breathing, refusal to drink fluids, high fever that doesn’t improve with fever reducers, or unusual irritability. These signs can indicate that the illness is more serious than a standard cold and may require medical attention. ### Why Antibiotics Won’t Help Most Colds Since colds are caused by viruses, antibiotics won’t help you recover faster. Antibiotics are only effective against bacterial infections, and taking them unnecessarily can lead to antibiotic resistance. This means bacteria adapt over time, making future infections harder to treat. Unnecessary antibiotic use can also cause side effects like diarrhea, rashes, stomach upset, allergic reactions, and in rare cases, organ damage. Doctors only prescribe antibiotics if there’s evidence of a bacterial infection, such as strep throat, sinusitis, or an [ear infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/ "ear infection"). For most colds, supportive care at home is the best approach. ### How to Feel Better While You Recover The key to recovering from a cold is giving your body the rest and support it needs. Taking time off from work or school allows your immune system to focus on fighting the virus. Staying hydrated is also important, as fluids help keep mucus thin and make it easier to clear from your nose and throat. Water, herbal teas, and clear broths are all good choices. Adding moisture to the air with a humidifier or vaporizer can relieve congestion and soothe irritated nasal passages. Over-the-counter medications can also be helpful for relieving symptoms. Pain relievers such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen can reduce fever and ease body aches, while saline nasal sprays can help with congestion. Always follow dosage instructions carefully, and check with your healthcare provider before giving medications to children. For sore throats, warm saltwater gargles can provide temporary relief. At night, sleeping with your head slightly elevated can reduce nasal congestion and make breathing easier. These small adjustments can go a long way in helping you feel better while your body recovers. ### Colds vs. the Flu It’s easy to confuse a cold with the flu, but there are some important differences. Colds tend to develop gradually and cause milder symptoms, while the flu usually comes on suddenly and is more severe. Flu symptoms often include high fever, chills, muscle aches, and profound fatigue. If you think you might have the flu, especially if you are at higher risk for complications due to age or medical conditions, contact your doctor as soon as possible. Antiviral medications can sometimes shorten the illness if taken early. ### Preventing Colds and Coughs The best way to get through the cold season is to avoid catching one in the first place. Frequent handwashing with soap and water is one of the most effective ways to prevent illness. Try to avoid touching your face, especially your eyes, nose, and mouth, as this can introduce viruses directly into your body. Keeping your distance from people who are sick can also reduce your risk. If someone in your household is ill, disinfect frequently touched surfaces like doorknobs, phones, and remote controls. Covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue or your elbow can help prevent the spread of germs. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle with balanced nutrition, regular physical activity, and adequate sleep also strengthens your immune system, making it better equipped to fight off infections. ### Special Considerations for Children Children are more likely to catch colds because they have less developed immune systems and are often in close contact with other children at school or daycare. Teaching them good hygiene habits early can help reduce their risk of getting sick. If your child develops a cold, monitor their symptoms closely. Most will recover on their own, but if symptoms become severe or unusual, it’s important to see a healthcare provider. ### When It’s Not “Just a Cold” Sometimes a cold can develop into something more serious, such as [bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/ "bronchitis"), pneumonia, or a sinus infection. Signs that you might have a complication include worsening symptoms after initial improvement, persistent high fever, [chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "chest pain"), or significant shortness of breath. In these cases, prompt medical evaluation is important to determine the right course of treatment. ### One Quick Reference for Parents While there are many signs that might indicate a trip to the doctor, parents can remember one simple guideline: if your child is unusually tired, has difficulty breathing, refuses fluids, or has a fever that won’t go down, it’s time to get medical help. Colds may be common, but they still deserve careful attention, especially when symptoms change or become more severe. By knowing how to manage mild cases at home and recognizing when to seek medical care, you can get through the cold season with less stress and fewer complications. If you or a loved one is experiencing high fever, breathing difficulties, confusion, or signs of dehydration, don’t wait to get care. Life Savers ER is open 24/7 with no wait times, offering expert treatment for urgent conditions. Our team is here to help you feel better and recover as quickly as possible. **Categories:** Flu, Health & Wellness --- ### [Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity: How Healthy Choices Protect Your Long-Term Health](https://lifesaverser.com/nutrition-and-obesity/) **Published:** September 8, 2025 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Good nutrition, regular physical activity, and maintaining a healthy weight are three of the most important steps you can take to protect your overall health. These habits not only help prevent obesity but also reduce your risk for serious chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and certain cancers. By making small, consistent changes like increasing daily movement and choosing nutrient-rich foods, you can strengthen your immune system, improve your energy levels, and support your mental health. Even modest improvements can have a significant impact on your well-being ## The Role of Nutrition in Health Eating well is about more than calories. A healthy diet provides your body with the nutrients it needs to function properly, maintain a stable weight, and protect itself from disease. A balanced diet typically includes: - Fruits and vegetables for essential vitamins, minerals, and fiber - Whole grains to support digestion and provide sustained energy - Lean proteins like chicken, fish, beans, and tofu for muscle maintenance and repair - Healthy fats from sources such as olive oil, nuts, and avocados for brain and heart health Avoiding excessive sugar, salt, and processed foods helps reduce your risk for chronic illnesses. For individuals who are overweight or obese, personalized dietary adjustments can be an important step toward weight loss and better health. Hydration is another essential part of nutrition. Drinking enough water throughout the day supports digestion, regulates body temperature, and can even help with appetite control; the general recommendation is about 2.7 liters per day for women, and 3.7 liters a day for men. Choosing water over sugary drinks also lowers your calorie intake and reduces the risk of obesity-related conditions. ## Why Physical Activity Matters Regular exercise works hand-in-hand with good nutrition. Physical activity helps regulate body weight, improves cardiovascular function, strengthens muscles and bones, and supports mental health. Benefits include: - **Weight management:** Burning calories and preventing weight gain - **Reduced disease risk:** Lowering chances of heart disease, [high blood pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/ "high blood pressure"), diabetes, and some cancers - **Better mental health:** Reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety, boosting mood, and improving self-esteem - **Improved mobility:** Maintaining strength, flexibility, and balance to prevent injuries The CDC recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity each week, such as brisk walking, cycling, or swimming, combined with muscle-strengthening activities on two or more days. Even light activity, like taking the stairs, doing household chores, or stretching during work breaks, can make a difference when done consistently. For individuals with mobility challenges, low-impact exercises such as water aerobics, seated strength training, or gentle yoga can be excellent ways to stay active without overstraining the body. ## Understanding Obesity and Its Risks Obesity is a medical condition that affects nearly every system in the body. Carrying excess weight places strain on your organs, disrupts hormone balance, and increases inflammation, all of which contribute to health problems. ### Respiratory System Extra weight, especially around the neck, can narrow the airway and make breathing more difficult. This increases the risk of sleep apnea, a condition where breathing stops repeatedly during sleep. Sleep apnea can cause fatigue, poor concentration, and increase the risk of heart problems. ### Nervous System Obesity raises the risk of stroke by contributing to high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and blood clots. It can also impact mental health, leading to depression, low self-esteem, and poor body image. ### Reproductive System For women, obesity can make it harder to become pregnant and may increase complications during pregnancy, including gestational diabetes, high blood pressure, and preterm birth. Obesity is also associated with increased miscarriage risk, fetal macrosomia, and need for cesarean delivery. ### Digestive System Obesity increases the risk of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gallstones, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, all of which can cause discomfort and long-term damage. ### Cardiovascular System Excess weight forces the heart to work harder to pump blood, which can cause [hypertension](https://lifesaverser.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/ "hypertension") and eventually lead to heart disease. It can also contribute to the development of blood clots, which may cause heart attacks or strokes. ## How Small Changes Make a Big Difference You don’t have to overhaul your life overnight to see benefits. Losing as little as 5% of your body weight can significantly lower your risk for chronic diseases. Some steps to get started include: - Start with daily movement: Even 10–15 minutes of walking or stretching can build momentum - Replace sugary drinks with water or unsweetened tea to cut empty calories - Add more vegetables to your meals to increase fiber and nutrients - Choose lean proteins to help build muscle and keep you full longer - Get enough sleep to help regulate hunger hormones and improve recovery from workouts - Set realistic goals to avoid burnout and maintain long-term consistency Meal planning can also make it easier to stick to healthy choices. Preparing balanced meals ahead of time can help prevent last-minute fast-food runs or unhealthy snacking. ## The Link Between Lifestyle and Chronic Disease Prevention A healthy lifestyle plays a role in reducing the risk of related health issues like: - **Type 2 diabetes:** Maintaining a healthy weight and diet helps regulate blood sugar - **Heart disease:** Regular activity strengthens the heart and improves circulation - **Certain cancers:** A balanced diet rich in plant-based foods has been shown to lower cancer risk - **Joint problems:** Reducing excess weight relieves pressure on knees, hips, and lower back The earlier you begin making healthy changes, the more protective benefits you’ll experience over time. ## When to Seek Emergency Care While lifestyle changes can improve your health, obesity-related complications sometimes require immediate attention. You should visit the ER if you experience: - Sudden [chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "chest pain") or pressure - Shortness of breath, especially if it occurs at rest - Signs of a stroke, such as weakness on one side of the body, facial drooping, or slurred speech - Severe [abdominal pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/ "abdominal pain") that does not go away - Rapid swelling in the legs or sudden weight gain from fluid retention - High blood sugar symptoms such as extreme thirst, confusion, or vomiting These can be signs of serious health conditions, including heart attack, stroke, blood clots, or advanced diabetes complications. Fast care can make a life-saving difference. Your daily choices play a major role in your long-term health. By combining balanced nutrition, regular activity, and healthy weight management, you can lower your risk for life-threatening conditions and improve your overall quality of life. Even small steps, taken consistently, can lead to meaningful change. Life Savers ER is open 24/7 with no wait times. Our team provides compassionate, immediate care for emergencies, including obesity-related complications, so you can focus on getting back to health. **Categories:** Nutrition --- ### [Back-to-School Health Risks: When to Visit the ER](https://lifesaverser.com/back-to-school-health-risks/) **Published:** August 11, 2025 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** As kids head back to school, families settle into new routines filled with early mornings, after-school activities, and homework. While the season brings energy and structure, it can also introduce new health concerns. The return to classrooms and sports means kids are more exposed to illness, injuries, and stress. While many issues can be handled at home or with a pediatrician, some symptoms require an [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room") visit. Knowing the difference can help parents respond quickly and confidently. This guide breaks down common back-to-school health risks and how to know when it is time to go to the ER. ### Sports Injuries From team sports to recess games, children face a higher chance of injury during the school year. Bumps and bruises are normal, but some injuries need medical attention right away. **Go to the ER if your child has:** - A head injury followed by confusion, vomiting, or memory loss - A suspected broken bone or a joint that looks out of place - Trouble moving a limb after a fall - Back or neck pain after a hard hit or fall Head and spine injuries can be serious, even when symptoms seem mild at first. It is safer to have them checked quickly. ### Asthma Flare-Ups Asthma is one of the most common chronic conditions in children. Triggers like cold viruses, dust, or emotional stress can lead to a flare. Asthma symptoms may come on suddenly, and quick treatment is important. **Signs your child needs emergency care:** - Fast or difficult breathing - Wheezing that does not improve with an inhaler, or needing it every 4 hours - Trouble speaking more than a few words at a time - Pale or blue lips and fingertips - No improvement after using asthma medicine If your child’s breathing becomes labored and medications are not helping, seek emergency care right away. ### Severe Allergic Reactions School introduces new foods, art supplies, classroom pets, and more. These can lead to allergic reactions, especially in children with known food or environmental [allergies](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/ "allergies"). **Symptoms of a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) include:** - Swelling of the lips, tongue, or face - Trouble breathing or swallowing - Widespread hives or redness - Fast heartbeat, lightheadedness, or fainting - Nausea or vomiting after known allergen exposure Use an epinephrine auto-injector if available, then go to the ER immediately. Anaphylaxis can become life-threatening in minutes. Even after using epinephrine, symptoms may return—always go to the ER after the use of an auto-injector. ### Anxiety and Panic Attacks Starting a new school year can create emotional stress, especially for children with social anxiety or academic pressures. Sometimes anxiety can lead to panic attacks, which can mimic serious physical symptoms. **Watch for signs such as:** - Sudden shortness of breath - Chest tightness or a racing heart - Feeling dizzy or faint - Nausea or stomach pain - Feeling detached or scared without a clear reason If you are unsure whether the symptoms are caused by anxiety or a medical problem, it is best to get your child evaluated. Eme rgency providers can rule out other conditions and guide the next steps. Because panic attacks can mimic serious medical issues like heart problems or asthma, it’s safest to get your child evaluated right away if these signs appear. ### Infections That Get Worse Colds, sore throats, ear infections, and stomach bugs spread quickly in group settings. Most of these are mild, but sometimes infections can worsen and need urgent care. **Seek emergency care if your child has:** - A high [fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "fever"), especially if it reaches 103°F or higher - Trouble swallowing, drooling, or neck stiffness - Signs of [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration") like dry mouth or no urine - Fast breathing or chest discomfort - Ongoing vomiting or severe stomach pain Also watch for signs your child is unusually sleepy, confused, or not responding normally. These are signs that the illness may be more serious. If your child is under 3 months old and has a rectal temperature of 100.4°F or higher, seek immediate emergency care. ### Headaches and Vision Problems Increased screen time from schoolwork and devices can lead to eye strain or headaches. Most of the time, these issues can wait for a visit to the pediatrician or eye doctor. But some symptoms point to a more serious cause. **Visit the ER if your child experiences:** - Sudden or complete loss of vision - Blurred or double vision that comes on quickly - Severe headache with vomiting or sensitivity to light - Confusion or difficulty walking Vision changes, along with headache or dizziness, should not be ignored. These may be signs of a neurological issue or [concussion](https://lifesaverser.com/concussion-a-traumatic-brain-injury/ "concussion"). ### Heat Illness and Dehydration Outdoor activities and sports can lead to overheating and dehydration. When kids are active and forget to drink enough water, they may not notice early symptoms. **Signs to watch for:** - Feeling dizzy, tired, or weak - Dry mouth or no tears when crying - Dark yellow urine or no urine for several hours - Nausea, vomiting, or cramps - Fainting or confusion Mild symptoms may improve with rest and fluids, but more serious symptoms should be treated in the ER, especially if the child becomes unresponsive or very weak. ### When to Trust Your Instincts As a parent, you know your child’s normal behavior. If something feels off or your child seems seriously unwell, trust your gut. It is better to get checked and find out it is nothing serious than to wait and risk things getting worse. Emergency providers are there to help, not judge. If you are unsure whether symptoms need emergency care, it is always okay to go in for evaluation. ### Tips to Reduce Health Risks You can take steps now to help your child stay healthier during the school year. Consider the following: - Keep the school informed of any allergies, asthma plans, or health conditions - Make sure your child knows how to use their inhaler or auto-injector - Pack healthy snacks and a refillable water bottle - Teach your child good handwashing habits - Make sleep and rest a priority during the week - Talk openly about emotions and stress, especially during the first few weeks These habits will not prevent every illness or accident, but they can make a big difference in how your child handles challenges throughout the school year. ### When It Cannot Wait Some symptoms need immediate attention, no matter the day or time. These include: - Trouble breathing - Uncontrolled bleeding - Loss of consciousness - Severe head injury - Signs of a severe allergic reaction - Sudden weakness or confusion If you notice any of these, do not delay. Emergency care is the right choice. ### When It Can’t Wait, We’re Here 24/7 As much as we try to plan ahead, accidents and emergencies can happen in an instant. If your child experiences a serious health concern, don’t delay care. Emergency physicians are trained to evaluate children of all ages and ensure they receive the treatment they need. Life Savers ER is open 24/7 with no wait times. Our compassionate team is here to support your family through every unexpected moment. **Categories:** Children's Health, Health & Wellness --- ### [Pediatric Emergencies: 5 Summer Symptoms Parents Shouldn’t Ignore](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergencies-in-summer/) **Published:** July 10, 2025 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Summer is a season of fun and freedom for kids, but it’s also one of the busiest times of year for pediatric emergency care. As school lets out and temperatures climb, children spend more time outdoors: running, swimming, playing sports, and exploring. Unfortunately, that also means more opportunities for injuries, dehydration, and other seasonal health concerns. Here are five summer symptoms you should never ignore in children, and how our pediatric team is here to help when you need us most. ### 1. Dehydration: More Than Just Thirst Children are especially vulnerable to [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration"), especially in Houston’s hot and humid summer climate. Their smaller bodies lose fluids faster, and they may not recognize the signs of dehydration or remember to drink enough water while they play. **Signs of dehydration in children include:** - Thirst - Dry mouth and lips - No tears when crying - Decreased urination or fewer wet diapers - Lethargy or unusual drowsiness - Dizziness or lightheadedness - Rapid breathing or heart rate Severe dehydration can become a medical emergency, leading to confusion, fainting, or even seizures, and these symptoms develop faster in children than adults. If your child shows these signs (or can’t keep fluids down due to vomiting or diarrhea) it’s time to visit the ER. At Life Savers ER, we can quickly rehydrate your child with IV fluids, monitor their electrolytes, and determine if there’s an underlying illness like heat exhaustion or a viral infection contributing to the issue. ### 2. Heat Rash and Heat-Related Illness When children play outside in the heat for long periods, especially in warm, tight clothing or without enough water, they may develop heat rash or, more seriously, heat exhaustion. **Mild cases of heat rash look like:** - Clusters of tiny red bumps - Itching or prickly sensations - Rashes on the neck, chest, back, or under arms While heat rash itself isn’t dangerous, it can signal that your child’s body is overheating. If left unchecked, this can progress to heat exhaustion or even heatstroke. **Emergency signs of heat-related illness in children include:** - Cool, clammy skin or sudden sweating - Headache or nausea - Muscle cramps - Fainting or confusion - High body temperature without sweating If you’re concerned your child may be experiencing heat illness, seek medical attention immediately. Our ER team will assess their temperature, provide cooling measures, and ensure their vital signs remain stable. ### 3. Insect Bites That Trigger Severe Reactions Insect bites and stings are common during summer, but sometimes they’re more than just an itchy nuisance. Children may have allergic reactions to mosquito bites, bee stings, ant bites, or spider bites that require [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care"). **Watch for symptoms such as:** - Rapid swelling, especially near the face or throat - Difficulty breathing or swallowing - Widespread hives or rash - Dizziness, vomiting, or fainting These could signal anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic reaction that needs immediate treatment. At Life Savers ER, we’re equipped to administer epinephrine, oxygen, and IV medications to stabilize your child quickly. Even if symptoms are milder, bring your child in if a bite becomes swollen, painful, red, or warm to the touch, as it could be infected. Our team can clean the wound, treat the infection, and help prevent further complications. ### 4. Sports and Playground Injuries From neighborhood basketball games to summer soccer leagues, physical activity ramps up during the summer. That also means a rise in broken bones, sprains, cuts, and head injuries among kids. **Bring your child to the ER for sports injuries if they experience:** - Severe swelling or bruising - Inability to put weight on a limb - Obvious deformity or possible fracture - Deep cuts or uncontrolled bleeding - Head trauma followed by vomiting, confusion, or loss of consciousness Even a minor-looking fall can result in a [concussion](https://lifesaverser.com/concussion-a-traumatic-brain-injury/ "concussion") or internal injury, especially in younger children. Life Savers ER offers on-site X-rays and CT scans to evaluate injuries fast, so you’re not left wondering or waiting for answers. We also provide thorough evaluations to determine if stitches, splints, or follow-up care are needed, and we’ll walk you through your child’s recovery plan. ### 5. High Fever Without a Clear Cause Fever is a common response to infection, but in children, a high fever, especially without an obvious source like a [sore throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/ "sore throat") or cough, can sometimes point to something more serious. **Call or visit the ER if your child has:** - A [fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "fever") over 104°F - A low to moderate grade fever that lasts more than 2–3 days - A fever accompanied by a rash, stiff neck, confusion, or vomiting - A seizure caused by the fever (febrile seizure) - Any fever in an infant under 3 months old Fevers can be triggered by heat-related illness, viral infections, ear infections, urinary tract infections, or even meningitis. The team at Life Savers ER will perform the necessary tests and monitoring to find the source quickly and treat it appropriately. ### Why Choose Life Savers ER for Pediatric Emergencies We know how scary it is when your child needs emergency care. That’s why we’ve created an environment that puts families at ease while delivering rapid, expert treatment when it matters most. **Here’s how we support families throughout Houston:** - **24/7 access to care** – because emergencies don’t wait - **No wait times** – your child will be seen right away - **Child-friendly environment** – we work hard to reduce fear and anxiety - **On-site imaging and lab testing** – no delays for diagnostics - **Pediatric-focused care** – our team is experienced in treating kids with compassion and skill We also provide complete visit documentation and discharge instructions so you can follow up with your pediatrician or specialist if needed to follow up and monitor any continued symptoms. ### Keeping Summer Safe for Your Kids The best way to avoid [pediatric emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergencies/ "pediatric emergencies") is to stay informed and proactive. Make sure your child stays hydrated, uses insect repellent, wears helmets and protective gear, and takes breaks during intense activity. But when accidents or unexpected symptoms happen, don’t wait. Life Savers ER is here 24/7 to care for your child, day or night, weekend or weekday, with no appointment and no wait. If you’re concerned about any sudden or severe symptoms this summer, trust your instincts and walk into your nearest Life Savers ER location. We’re ready to help your family feel better, faster. **Categories:** Children's Health --- ### [Comprehensive Guide to Emergency Room Services in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-room-services-in-houston/) **Published:** January 30, 2025 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** ## What Are Emergency Room Services and Why Are They Crucial? Emergency room (ER) services are the cornerstone of healthcare systems, offering immediate medical attention for life-threatening conditions. Unlike scheduled doctor visits or urgent care, ERs provide specialized, round-the-clock care for emergencies that cannot wait. From trauma care to cardiac emergencies, emergency rooms are equipped to handle a wide range of medical crises. At Life Savers ER, we understand the critical importance of time during an emergency. Our 24/7 no-wait policy ensures you or your loved ones receive immediate attention. With expert staff and advanced technology, we’re committed to delivering lifesaving care when it matters most. ## Key Services Offered at Life Savers ER Life Savers ER provides a comprehensive range of emergency services designed to address specific medical needs. Here’s an overview of our key services: **1. Trauma and Injury Care** From minor injuries like sprains to severe trauma resulting from accidents, our team is[ trained to handle various cases](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/). We provide rapid assessment and treatment to ensure the best outcomes for injuries. Our facility is equipped with advanced tools, such as splinting and casting, to manage fractures, as well as wound care and stitching services for cuts and lacerations. For severe trauma cases, our team works efficiently to stabilize patients and transfer them to specialized care when needed. **2. Cardiac Emergencies** Cardiac issues, such as heart attacks and [chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "chest pain"), require immediate medical intervention. Our facility is equipped with advanced cardiac monitoring systems and staffed with experts specializing in cardiology to provide lifesaving care. Early intervention can significantly reduce complications, and our team’s expertise ensures that you receive the best possible treatment. In addition to [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care"), we offer follow-up consultations to help patients manage their heart health post-crisis. **3. [Pediatric Emergency](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/ "Pediatric Emergency") Care** Children have unique medical needs, especially during emergencies. Our [pediatric care specialists](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric/) are available 24/7 to address conditions ranging from high fevers to fractures, ensuring that your child receives compassionate and expert care. We also specialize in treating respiratory distress, allergic reactions, and [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration") in children, providing both immediate relief and reassurance to concerned parents. **4. Diagnostic Imaging (CT, Xrays)** Accurate diagnosis is key to effective treatment. Our onsite diagnostic imaging services, including CT scans and X-rays, ensure that we can identify and address medical issues without delays. These services are critical for diagnosing internal injuries, fractures, and other conditions that might not be immediately visible. Our advanced imaging technology delivers high-quality results quickly, aiding in faster treatment decisions. **5. [Lab Services](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "Lab Services")** Inhouse lab services allow for quick turnaround times for tests such as blood work, urinalysis, and more. This accelerates the diagnostic process and ensures prompt treatment. Whether it’s identifying infections, monitoring organ function, or assessing blood clotting, our lab services are integral to providing comprehensive emergency care. **6. Stroke and Neurological Emergency Care** Time is of the essence in stroke care. Our team is trained to recognize stroke symptoms and administer immediate treatment to minimize long-term damage. Neurological emergencies, such as seizures or head injuries, are also handled with precision and care at Life Savers ER. **7. Advanced Respiratory Care** Respiratory emergencies, such as severe asthma attacks or complications from pneumonia, are handled with expertise and urgency at Life Savers ER. Our respiratory therapists and emergency physicians use advanced equipment like ventilators and nebulizers to stabilize patients. **8. Mental Health and Behavioral Emergencies** Mental health crises, such as acute anxiety attacks or suicidal ideation, are addressed with care and sensitivity. Our team is trained to stabilize patients, provide immediate counseling, and refer them to appropriate mental health resources for ongoing care. ##### **Emergency Awareness Tips** Emergencies can be overwhelming, but being prepared can make all the difference. Here are some essential tips to keep in mind: **Recognize the Signs of a Medical Emergency:** Difficulty breathing, chest pain, or sudden severe pain should never be ignored. Symptoms such as slurred speech, weakness on one side of the body, or confusion could indicate a stroke and require immediate attention. **Call 911 or Visit an ER Immediately:** When in doubt, seek professional medical help. Delays can worsen conditions, so act quickly. **Know Your Medical History:** Carry a list of your medications and any chronic conditions. This information helps medical professionals provide appropriate care. Stay Calm: Panic can escalate the situation. Take deep breaths and focus on the next steps. Having a plan and emergency contacts readily available can ease the stress of an emergency. For more detailed information, check out our [blog](https://lifesaverser.com/blog/ "blog"), “What to Do in a Medical Emergency.” ##### **Emergency Preparedness Checklist** 1\. Keep an emergency contact list on your phone and at home. 2\. Have a first aid kit readily available. 3\. Ensure you know the location of the nearest ER. 4\. Save copies of your medical records in a secure place. 5\. Learn basic CPR and first aid techniques. ##### **Why Choose Life Savers ER?** With so many healthcare options available, why should you choose Life Savers ER for your emergency needs? Here are some of the features that set us apart: NoWait Policy: We understand that every second counts. Our no-wait policy ensures immediate attention for all patients. Unlike traditional hospital ERs, where wait times can stretch for hours, we prioritize your health from the moment you walk in. **Expert Staff:** Our team of board certified physicians, nurses, and specialists is trained to handle even the most complex medical emergencies. With decades of combined experience, our staff is equipped to address a wide range of conditions. **Convenient Locations:** With multiple facilities in Houston, you’re never far from lifesaving care. Each location is strategically placed to serve the community efficiently. **Advanced Technology:** Our state-of-the-art equipment allows us to provide accurate diagnoses and effective treatments quickly. From portable ultrasound devices to advanced cardiac monitors,[ we leverage the latest technology](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging/) to enhance patient outcomes. **Compassionate Care:** Beyond medical expertise, we’re committed to treating every patient with empathy and respect. Our goal is to make a stressful situation as manageable as possible for both patients and their families. Community Engagement: Life Savers ER actively supports local health initiatives, offering free health screenings, first aid workshops, and educational seminars to empower the community. ##### **FAQs About Emergency Room Services** To make your experience less stressful, here are answers to some common questions: **1. When should I go to an ER instead of urgent care?** You should visit an ER for life-threatening conditions such as chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe trauma, or stroke symptoms. Urgent care is better suited for minor illnesses and injuries such as sprains, minor cuts, or mild fevers. **2. What [insurance](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/ "insurance") is accepted at Life Savers ER?** We accept most major insurance plans. Please contact our billing department for specific details. For those without insurance, we offer flexible payment options. **3. What is a freestanding ER?** A freestanding ER is an [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room") facility not attached to a hospital. It provides the same level of care as hospital-based ERs, often with shorter wait times and more personalized attention. Freestanding ERs are fully equipped to handle emergencies, including trauma, cardiac events, and more. **4. What should I bring to the ER?** If possible, bring a photo ID, an insurance card, and a list of your current medications. If you’re visiting for a specific issue, any relevant medical records or test results can be helpful. **5. How long will my visit take?** With our no-wait policy, most patients are seen immediately. Treatment times vary depending on the complexity of the condition. ##### **Billing and Insurance Information** At Life Savers ER, we prioritize transparency when it comes to billing and insurance. Here’s what you need to know: **Flexible Payment Options:** For those without insurance, we offer flexible payment plans to ensure you receive the care you need without financial strain. Our team is happy to discuss options with you. **Detailed Billing Statements:** Our billing team provides clear, itemized statements so you can understand every charge. If you have questions, we’re here to help. Our team is available 24/7 to answer your questions and provide guidance. Schedule a Consultation: For non-emergency inquiries, schedule a consultation with one of our specialists. ##### **Final Thoughts** Life Savers ER is dedicated to providing top-notch emergency room services in Houston. Whether you’re dealing with a sudden medical crisis or need guidance on when to seek emergency care, our team is here to help. With our no wait policy, expert staff, and commitment to patient care, we aim to be your trusted partner during life’s most critical moments. For more information, explore our resources or[ contact us today](https://lifesaverser.com/). Your health and safety are our mission. **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [Dr. Foye Ikyaator Honored in Nigerian Exhibit at Houston City Hall](https://lifesaverser.com/dr-foye-ikyaator-honored-in-nigerian-exhibit/) **Published:** October 23, 2024 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Dr. Foye Ikyaator, a respected physician and prominent community leader, is one of the honorees featured in the “[Nigerian Exhibit: Feel Like Home](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmH9xJAsmWA)” currently displayed in the Rotunda at Houston City Hall. The exhibit offers Houstonians and visitors a vibrant view into Nigerian culture, history, and achievements, honoring those who have contributed to Houston’s dynamic diversity and enriching the city with their cultural legacy. The event, supported by the [City of Houston’s Mayor’s Office](https://houstontx.gov/moc/2024/moca-100k-project-awards.html), aims to foster cultural understanding and highlight the contributions of Nigerian Houstonians. “*The upcoming Nigerian Exhibit: Feel Like Home is an educational display designed to serve as a cultural blueprint,*” noted the Mayor’s Office. “*It showcases the richness and diversity of Nigerian art, traditions, and the accomplishments of prominent Nigerian figures in Houston. The exhibit will highlight their significant contributions to the city and foster a deeper appreciation for global cultural exchange.*” ![Dr. Foye Ikyaator Honored in Nigerian Exhibit at Houston City Hall](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/city-hall-nigerian-exhibit-foye.jpg "Dr. Foye Ikyaator Honored in Nigerian Exhibit at Houston City Hall") Dr. Foye’s achievements and impact on the Houston community are reflected in Principal Anukwuem’s remarks, “Your contributions to our community have been invaluable, and it is an honor to feature you in this celebration of Nigerian heritage, achievements, and artistry. Thank you for allowing us to showcase your story and impact. We hope this exhibit not only resonates with you but also inspires visitors to appreciate the colorful Nigerian culture within Houston.” Dr. Foye was moved by this recognition and expressed her gratitude in a post on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/DB5bzwKubRE/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==). “*I recognize that this is the dream of every immigrant to a new country. This is the dream of every parent for their child. This is the dream of being an American, that hard work, perseverance, and service to mankind means something. I am proud to be Nigerian and deeply honored to represent the many talented and amazing Nigerians who do even more than I can and ever will do.*” The “*Nigerian Exhibit: Feel Like Home*” will celebrate Nigerian culture and the impact of notable Nigerians in the Houston area, from October 21, 2024, through January 3, 2025. Admission is free, visitors can explore the exhibit during standard City Hall hours at 900 Bagby, Houston, Texas. **Categories:** Press Release --- ### [A Life Worth Living Podcast: 2024 Battle of the Badges](https://lifesaverser.com/battle-of-the-badges-2024/) **Published:** August 30, 2024 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** ### 2024 Battle of the Badges Dr. Foye speaks with Firefighter Mike Banda with ⁠HFD Firedawgs⁠ and Detective Perez with ⁠HPD Lawdawgs⁠ on their preparation and excitement for the ⁠2024 Battle of the Badges!⁠ Experience an unforgettable evening as Houston’s finest—the brave men and women of the Houston Police Department (HPD) and the Houston Fire Department (HFD)—go head-to-head in an exciting charity baseball game! This annual event, proudly presented by Life Savers Emergency Room, celebrates the courage and dedication of our local heroes while raising funds for causes that matter to our community. **Date:** Saturday, September 7, 2024 **Time:** 6:30 PM **Location:** Constellation Field **Tickets:** $15.00 (Kids under 8 are FREE) – ⁠⁠[**Click here to get tickets!⁠⁠**](https://mlb.tickets.com/?agency=MILB_MPV&orgid=55531&pid=9431936#/event/9431936/ticketlist/?view=sections&minPrice=15&maxPrice=15&quantity=1&sort=price_desc&ada=false&seatSelection=false&onlyCoupon=true&onlyVoucher=false) ## A Life Worth Living Podcast: 2024 Battle of the Badges Podcast: [Play in new window](https://lifesaverser.com/podcast/battle-of-the-badges-2024.m4a "Play in new window") | [Download](https://lifesaverser.com/podcast/battle-of-the-badges-2024.m4a "Download") --- [![Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/listen-on-apple-podcasts-sm.png "Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/2024-battle-of-the-badges/id1705788799?i=1000667549736) [![Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/listen-on-spotify-podcasts-sm.png "Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://open.spotify.com/episode/32VRpbVD11xdG4AZXkxSzA) ### About A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye Podcast Welcome to “A Life Worth Living,” the [podcast](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/ "podcast") that dives deep into the world of healthcare to explore the needs of everyday people. In each episode, we sit down with compassionate and knowledgeable medical professionals who are dedicated to improving the well-being and quality of life for individuals like you and me. Join us as we engage in insightful conversations with doctors, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare experts who are on the front lines of care, working tirelessly to address the challenges and concerns of our daily lives. Through their experiences and expertise, our guests provide valuable insights, practical advice, and empathetic guidance to help you navigate the complex landscape of health and wellness. From managing chronic conditions to promoting mental health, from understanding the latest medical advancements to demystifying common health myths, “A Life Worth Living” covers a wide range of topics that impact us all. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and resources you need to lead a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. Whether you’re seeking answers to your health questions, looking for inspiration to make positive changes, or simply curious about the world of medicine, our podcast is here to inform, inspire, and uplift. Tune in to “A Life Worth Living” and embark on a journey towards better health, one conversation at a time. Because every life is worth living to the fullest. **Categories:** Podcast --- ### [A Life Worth Living Podcast: Addi’s Faith Foundation](https://lifesaverser.com/addis-faith-foundation/) **Published:** September 16, 2024 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** ### Addi’s Faith Foundation In this episode Dr. Foye speaks with Amber Bender, Co-Founder and Executive Director of Addi’s Faith Foundation, to shed light on the challenges, triumphs, and ongoing fight against childhood cancer. Together, they discuss the importance of funding groundbreaking research, and the power of community support. Join the conversation online! - **Website:** - **Facebook:** - **Instagram:** **ABOUT AMBER BENDER** Amber Bender is founder and executive director of Addi’s Faith Foundation. Her daughter, Addison Faith Bender, was just 16 months old when she was diagnosed with a brain tumor and underwent aggressive cancer treatments. After a hard-fought battle, little Addi passed away and soon after Addi’s Faith Foundation was born. Having experienced the devastating effects of childhood cancer first-hand, Amber and husband Tony work tirelessly to support AFF’s mission of funding research specifically for childhood cancer and helping families dealing with a child’s cancer diagnosis. Under Amber’s direction, Addi’s Faith Foundation has raised and donated more than $3 million. While leading Addi’s Faith Foundation, Amber continues to be a full-time mother to her and Tony’s three children. Prior to her non-profit career, Amber worked as an elementary teacher and holds an education degree from the University of Minnesota. [![Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/listen-on-apple-podcasts-sm.png "Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/addis-faith-foundation/id1705788799?i=1000669851183) [![Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/listen-on-spotify-podcasts-sm.png "Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://open.spotify.com/episode/6sbJOhJAooetDViKVv0baa) ### About A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye Podcast Welcome to “A Life Worth Living,” the [podcast](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/ "podcast") that dives deep into the world of healthcare to explore the needs of everyday people. In each episode, we sit down with compassionate and knowledgeable medical professionals who are dedicated to improving the well-being and quality of life for individuals like you and me. Join us as we engage in insightful conversations with doctors, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare experts who are on the front lines of care, working tirelessly to address the challenges and concerns of our daily lives. Through their experiences and expertise, our guests provide valuable insights, practical advice, and empathetic guidance to help you navigate the complex landscape of health and wellness. From managing chronic conditions to promoting mental health, from understanding the latest medical advancements to demystifying common health myths, “A Life Worth Living” covers a wide range of topics that impact us all. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and resources you need to lead a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. Whether you’re seeking answers to your health questions, looking for inspiration to make positive changes, or simply curious about the world of medicine, our podcast is here to inform, inspire, and uplift. Tune in to “A Life Worth Living” and embark on a journey towards better health, one conversation at a time. Because every life is worth living to the fullest. [https://lifesaverser.com/podcast/S2-ep1\_Addis-Faith-Foundation.mp3](https://lifesaverser.com/podcast/S2-ep1_Addis-Faith-Foundation.mp3) Podcast: [Play in new window](https://lifesaverser.com/podcast/S2-ep1_Addis-Faith-Foundation.mp3 "Play in new window") | [Download](https://lifesaverser.com/podcast/S2-ep1_Addis-Faith-Foundation.mp3 "Download") **Categories:** Podcast --- ### [Sports Injuries: When Is It Time to Visit the ER?](https://lifesaverser.com/sports-injuries/) **Published:** October 11, 2024 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Whether you’re a weekend warrior, an avid runner, or a parent cheering from the sidelines, sports injuries are an inevitable part of staying active. Most of the time, these injuries are minor and can be managed with ice, rest, and a little patience. But how can you tell when the injury is more serious? When is it time to head to the [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room") (ER)? Let’s break down how to recognize the severity of common sports injuries and guide you on when to seek [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care"). ### **Common Types of Sports Injuries** Before determining when to visit the ER, it’s helpful to understand the most common types of sports injuries: - **[Sprains and strains](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/)** – Damage to ligaments (sprains) or muscles and tendons (strains) - **Fractures** – A break in the bone - **Dislocations** – A bone forced out of its normal position in a joint - **Concussions** – A mild [traumatic brain injury](https://lifesaverser.com/traumatic-brain-injury-needs-first-attention/) caused by a blow to the head - **Contusions** – Bruises resulting from a direct blow to the body - **Tendon and ligament injuries** – Tears or ruptures in tissues like the Achilles tendon or ACL These injuries range from mild to severe, and understanding when to visit the ER is crucial to ensure proper treatment and prevent further damage. ### **When to Manage at Home** Many minor sports injuries can be treated at home using the R.I.C.E. method: Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. This technique is effective for managing mild sprains, strains, and bruises. Here’s when home care might be sufficient: - **Manageable pain:** If the pain is mild to moderate and doesn’t worsen with movement or weight-bearing, at-home care may be appropriate. - **Limited swelling:** Mild swelling is common with sprains and bruises. If it doesn’t increase rapidly or lead to deformity, home management might be enough. - **Maintained range of motion:** If you can still move the injured area (even if stiff), the injury likely doesn’t require immediate professional care. - **No numbness or tingling:** The absence of numbness or tingling suggests there’s no nerve damage, which typically requires medical attention. For injuries that aren’t severe but still need evaluation, consider visiting an [urgent care](https://lifesaverser.com/urgent-care/) center for a quick assessment. For non-emergencies, facilities like Lifesavers ER provide quick evaluations and treatments without long wait times. ### **When It’s Time to Visit the ER** While many injuries can be handled at home, some symptoms signal the need for emergency care. Head to the ER if any of the following occur: #### **1. Severe Pain** Intense, unrelenting pain, especially if it worsens over time, can indicate a serious injury like a fracture or torn ligament. Severe pain that prevents movement or weight-bearing requires immediate medical attention. #### **2. Visible Deformities** If a limb appears out of place or has an abnormal shape after an injury, it could indicate a dislocation or fracture. For example, a bone protruding through the skin or obvious misalignment should be treated right away to avoid nerve or blood vessel damage. #### **3. Inability to Move or Bear Weight** If you cannot move the injured area or bear weight on it without extreme discomfort, it could indicate a serious injury. This is particularly important for knee, ankle, or foot injuries. A joint or limb that can’t move after trauma should be checked immediately. #### **4. Numbness, Tingling, or Loss of Sensation** These symptoms can signal nerve damage or circulation issues, especially after a significant impact. A fracture that compresses nearby nerves or blood vessels may lead to long-term complications if not treated quickly. #### **5. Head Injury or Concussion Symptoms** Concussions should always be taken seriously. If someone experiences a blow to the head followed by confusion, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, or loss of consciousness, emergency care is crucial. [Concussion](https://lifesaverser.com/concussion-a-traumatic-brain-injury/ "Concussion") symptoms can develop over time, so prompt evaluation is key. #### **6. Uncontrolled Bleeding** If a wound continues to bleed heavily despite applying pressure, there could be more serious internal damage. In some cases, a major artery or vein may be involved, which requires immediate medical attention. #### **7. Joint Injuries with Swelling and Discoloration** Rapid joint swelling, significant pain, or discoloration (purple or blue) could indicate a major tear, dislocation, or fracture. Knee injuries are particularly concerning as torn ligaments or cartilage can result in long-term mobility issues if untreated. #### **8. Signs of Infection After Injury** If an injury becomes red, swollen, warm, or starts leaking pus, these are signs of infection. While it may not seem like an emergency at first, infections can spread quickly and become life-threatening if they reach the bloodstream. ### **First Aid Tips Before Heading to the ER** While waiting for emergency care, some basic first aid steps can help minimize further injury or pain: - **Immobilize the injury:** If you suspect a broken bone or severe ligament damage, keep the injured area still using a splint or towel. - **Apply ice:** Ice helps reduce swelling and numbs pain. Be sure to wrap the ice in a towel to avoid direct contact with the skin. - **Elevate the injury:** If possible, elevate the injured area above the heart level to reduce swelling. - **Control bleeding:** For open wounds, apply gentle pressure with a clean cloth to control bleeding until help arrives. These actions can help keep the situation stable until you receive care at the ER. ### **Trust Your Instincts** Sports injuries can be unpredictable, and it’s not always clear how serious an injury is. When in doubt, trust your instincts and seek medical advice. Delaying treatment for a serious injury can lead to complications, but early intervention can speed recovery and prevent long-term problems. At Lifesavers ER, the staff is trained to handle a wide variety of sports injuries, from minor fractures to serious head injuries. With immediate treatment and guidance through recovery, you can ensure the best possible outcome. Knowing when to treat a sports injury at home and when to seek emergency care can make a big difference in your recovery. While minor injuries may only need rest and ice, severe injuries like fractures, concussions, or dislocations require prompt attention. Listen to your body, assess the symptoms, and if you’re ever unsure, it’s always better to visit the ER. Your health is the top priority, and acting quickly can keep you in the game for the long haul. **Categories:** Emergency Health, First Aid --- ### [Going to the ER After a Car Accident](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) **Published:** March 10, 2022 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** The first few minutes and hours following a car accident can be traumatic both physically and mentally. Hopefully, all parties involved in the car accident were able to walk away with no major injuries but what happens next? ## Immediately after a car accident Following a car accident, seek medical help immediately. Get medical help if any of the following signs or symptoms are present: - Head trauma - Major bleeding from any part of the body - Inability to walk or pain while walking - Blurry vision - Difficulty or painful breathing - Pain felt around the head, neck, stomach or chest area. ## Hours to days after a car accident Even if you have not experienced any major trauma or bleeding, it is still a good idea to go and get checked out by a medical professional. No matter how minor the accident may seem. An assessment by a doctor should always be sought as early as possible. Do not dismiss minor aches or pains. [Back pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/ "Back pain"), whiplash or minor bruising should still be assessed. ## Benefits of seeking medical assistance quickly - Internal injuries are sometimes felt but not necessarily seen. At LifeSavers ER, we provide free medical screenings to all [auto accident](https://lifesaverser.com/auto-accidents/) victims. - It can be useful to get a medical assessment following a car accident for [insurance](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/ "insurance") purposes. Our staff can assist in the filing/claims process with Allstate, Farmers, Liberty mutual, Progressive, Geico and all other leading insurance company available in the market. - Long term injuries that are the direct result of a car accident can develop weeks or months later. An initial assessment following a car accident can provide much needed guidance and reassurance about your current health and possible symptoms to look out for in the days and weeks to come. ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Auto Accidents, Emergency Health --- ### [Emergency: When Every Second Counts for Heart Attack and Stroke](https://lifesaverser.com/heart-attack-and-stroke/) **Published:** September 13, 2024 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Any health emergency can be a scary experience. However, those involving heart attacks and strokes are particularly critical, as every second is important. In a short time, these conditions can escalate rapidly, making it necessary to recognize symptoms and act quickly. Here’s a guide to understanding these emergencies and knowing when to seek immediate medical attention. ## **Understanding Heart Attacks** A heart attack, also known as a myocardial infarction, occurs when the blood flow to a part of the heart muscle is blocked. This blockage is usually due to a buildup of fat, cholesterol, and other substances, which form a plaque in the arteries of the heart. If the plaque breaks off, a blood clot can form and block the blood flow. This restriction of oxygenation to the heart muscle can cause irreversible damage to the affected area as the deprived heart tissue begins to die. ### **Key Symptoms of a Heart Attack** Recognizing the symptoms of a heart attack can be life-saving. It is important to know that these can vary significantly between individuals, especially between males and females. Women are more likely to experience atypical symptoms such as fatigue, sleep disturbances, and anxiety instead of the classic chest and upper body pain. Otherwise, here are the most common signs: 1. **[Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "Chest Pain") or Discomfort**: This is the most common symptom. It may feel like pressure, tightness, fullness, or pain in the center of the chest. It can last for a few minutes or come and go. 2. **Upper Body Pain**: Discomfort can spread beyond the chest to the shoulders, arms, back, neck, teeth, or jaw. 3. **Shortness of Breath**: This can occur with or without chest discomfort. 4. **Other Symptoms**: These may include cold sweats, nausea, lightheadedness, or sudden dizziness. ### **What to Do in Case of a Heart Attack** If you or someone else experiences these symptoms, take the following steps immediately: 1. **Call 911**: Do not drive yourself or the person to the hospital. [Emergency medical services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "Emergency medical services") (EMS) can begin treatment on the way to the hospital. 2. **Take an Aspirin**: If you are not allergic to aspirin and have no other contraindications, take one adult-strength aspirin (325 mg) while waiting for EMS. 3. **Stay Calm**: Try to remain as calm and still as possible. Avoid any physical exertion. ## **Understanding Strokes** A stroke occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from getting oxygen. Brain cells begin to die within minutes. There are two main types of strokes: ischemic (caused by a blockage) and hemorrhagic (caused by bleeding). ### **Key Symptoms of a Stroke** The acronym F.A.S.T. is a simple way to remember the main symptoms of a stroke: 1. **Face Drooping**: Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile and see if the smile is uneven. 2. **Arm Weakness**: Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 3. **Speech Difficulty**: Is speech slurred, are they unable to speak, or are they hard to understand? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. 4. **Time to Call 911**: If someone shows any of these symptoms, even if they go away, call 911 immediately. Note the time when the symptoms first appeared. Other symptoms of a stroke may include: - Sudden confusion or trouble understanding speech - Sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes - Sudden trouble walking, dizziness, or loss of balance or coordination - Sudden severe headache with no known cause ### **What to Do in Case of a Stroke** Time is of the essence when dealing with a stroke. Follow these steps if you suspect a stroke: 1. **Call 911**: Do not try to drive the person to the hospital. EMS can begin life-saving treatment on the way to the hospital. 2. **Note the Time**: Record the time when the first symptoms appeared. This information is crucial for healthcare providers to determine the best treatment. 3. **Stay with the Person**: Keep the person as calm and comfortable as possible until help arrives. ## **The Importance of Rapid Response** In both heart attacks and strokes, the phrase “time is muscle” or “time is brain” is often used. This means that the quicker the treatment, the better the chances of minimizing damage to the heart or brain. Delays in treatment can lead to more severe damage, long-term disability, or even death. ### **Why Every Second Counts** - **For Heart Attacks**: The heart muscle that is starved of oxygen begins to die. Quick treatment can restore blood flow and save the heart muscle. - **For Strokes**: Brain cells die rapidly when deprived of oxygen. Immediate treatment can restore blood flow to the brain and prevent further brain damage. ### **Preventive Measures** While immediate response to heart attack and stroke symptoms is critical, prevention is equally important. Here are some steps to reduce your risk: 1. **Healthy Diet**: Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. Limit saturated fats, cholesterol, and sodium. 2. **Regular Exercise**: Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise each week. Activities like walking, swimming, or cycling can improve cardiovascular health. 3. **Avoid Smoking**: Smoking significantly increases the risk of heart disease and stroke. Seek help to quit if necessary. 4. **Manage Chronic Conditions**: Keep conditions like [high blood pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/ "high blood pressure"), diabetes, and high cholesterol under control with the help of your healthcare provider. 5. **Regular Check-ups**: Regular medical check-ups can help detect and manage risk factors early. Heart attacks and strokes are medical emergencies where every second counts. Recognizing the symptoms and acting quickly can save lives and reduce the risk of long-term complications. Remember the key symptoms, and don’t hesitate to call 911 if you suspect a heart attack or stroke. By staying informed and prepared, you can make a significant difference in your health and the health of those around you. If you have any concerns or questions about heart attacks or strokes, don’t hesitate to consult with your healthcare provider. They can provide personalized advice and help you understand your risk factors and preventive measures. **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [Act FAST: How to Spot a Stroke and Save a Life](https://lifesaverser.com/how-to-spot-a-stroke/) **Published:** August 31, 2024 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** A stroke is a medical emergency and can happen without warning. Knowing the early signs can make all the difference. In this article, we’ll discuss the critical signs of a stroke, how to respond, and why quick action is essential. This isn’t about causing alarm. It is about empowering you with the knowledge to act when seconds count. The strict no-wait policy at Life Savers 24-Hour [Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Emergency Room") can help prevent a stroke from becoming fatal. ## Understanding Stroke: A Brief Overview A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain is interrupted or reduced, preventing brain tissue from getting oxygen and nutrients. Brain cells begin to die in minutes. Strokes are a medical emergency, and immediate treatment is crucial. There are two main types of strokes: 1. **Ischemic Stroke**: Caused by a blockage in an artery supplying blood to the brain. 2. **Hemorrhagic Stroke**: Occurs when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. Understanding these basics helps. However, what’s most important is recognizing the signs. ### FAST: The Key to Recognizing a Stroke The FAST acronym is a simple way to remember the main symptoms of a stroke. It’s easy to recall and can save lives. Here’s what each letter stands for: - **F – Face Drooping**: Does one side of the face droop or feel numb? Ask the person to smile. Is the smile uneven? - **A – Arm Weakness**: Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? - **S – Speech Difficulty**: Is speech slurred or hard to understand? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence. Is the sentence repeated correctly? - **T – Time to Call 911**: If someone shows any of these symptoms, even if they go away, call 911 immediately. Note the time when the first symptoms appeared. This information can be crucial for treatment. ### Why Time Matters When it comes to strokes, every second counts. The faster a stroke is recognized and treated, the better the chances of survival and recovery. This is because many treatments are time-sensitive, particularly those that can restore blood flow to the brain. - **Clot-Busting Medications**: For ischemic strokes, a drug called tPA (tissue plasminogen activator) can dissolve the blood clot causing the stroke. However, it must be given within a few hours of the onset of symptoms. - **Mechanical Thrombectomy**: This procedure involves physically removing a large blood clot from the brain’s arteries and is most effective when performed within six hours of the stroke. Delaying treatment can lead to severe brain damage, disability, or even death. That’s why it’s crucial to act quickly. ### Other Signs to Watch For While FAST covers the most common stroke symptoms, strokes can also present in other ways. Here are some additional signs to watch for: - **Sudden Confusion**: If someone suddenly seems disoriented, doesn’t know where they are, or can’t remember things, this could be a stroke. - **Sudden Vision Problems**: Blurred, double, or loss of vision in one or both eyes can be a warning sign. - **Sudden Dizziness or Loss of Balance**: If someone suddenly has trouble walking, feels dizzy, or loses coordination, it could be a stroke. - **Sudden Severe Headache**: A headache that comes on suddenly and is more severe than anything the person has experienced before can be a sign of a hemorrhagic stroke. ## When to Seek Emergency Care If you notice these symptoms in yourself or someone else, don’t wait—call 911 immediately. Even if the symptoms seem to improve or go away, it’s essential to get medical help. Strokes are unpredictable, and symptoms can worsen rapidly. When you call 911, tell them you suspect a stroke. [Emergency medical services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "Emergency medical services") (EMS) personnel are trained to recognize and treat strokes. They can start life-saving treatment on the way to the hospital and ensure that the person gets to a stroke-ready hospital. ### Preparing for the Unexpected Strokes can happen to anyone. However, certain factors increase the risk. High blood pressure, smoking, [diabetes](https://lifesaverser.com/diabetes-basic-facts/ "diabetes"), obesity, and high cholesterol are all major risk factors. Knowing your risks and managing your health can help prevent a stroke. Here are some steps you can take: - **Regular Check-Ups**: Regular visits to your healthcare provider can help you stay on top of your health and manage any risk factors. - **Healthy Lifestyle Choices**: Eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding tobacco can lower your risk of stroke. - **Know Your Numbers**: Keep track of your [blood pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/), cholesterol, and blood sugar levels. Work with your healthcare provider to get them under control if they are high. ### Encouraging Others to Be Aware Recognizing a stroke isn’t just about helping yourself—it’s about helping those around you. The more people know the signs, the more lives can be saved. Consider sharing what you’ve learned with family, friends, and coworkers. It could be the most important conversation you ever have. ### Call to Action: Spread the Word Strokes are scary. However, with knowledge and quick action, they don’t have to be deadly. Recognizing the signs of a stroke and knowing how to respond can save lives. Keep the FAST acronym in mind, be aware of other warning signs and never hesitate to seek [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care"). Share this information with others and talk to your loved ones about the signs of a stroke. The more people know about FAST, the more lives we can save. Remember, if you ever suspect a stroke, don’t wait—call 911 immediately. Strokes don’t wait, and neither should you. By staying informed and prepared, you can help protect yourself and others from the devastating effects of a stroke. #### References 1. American Stroke Association. **Stroke Symptoms**. American Heart Association. Updated July 31, 2023. Accessed August 11, 2024. https://www.stroke.org/en/about-stroke/stroke-symptoms 2. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. **Stroke Signs and Symptoms**. CDC. Updated June 2, 2023. Accessed August 11, 2024.[ https://www.cdc.gov/stroke/signs\_symptoms.htm](https://www.cdc.gov/stroke/signs_symptoms.htm) 3. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. **Know Stroke: Know the Signs. Act in Time.** NINDS. Updated February 27, 2023. Accessed August 11, 2024.[ https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/patient-caregiver-education/know-stroke-know-signs-act-time](https://www.ninds.nih.gov/health-information/patient-caregiver-education/know-stroke-know-signs-act-time) 4. Mayo Clinic. **Stroke – Symptoms and Causes**. Mayo Clinic. Updated April 19, 2023. Accessed August 11, 2024.[ https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/stroke/symptoms-causes/syc-20350113](https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/stroke/symptoms-causes/syc-20350113) **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [A Life Worth Living Podcast Ep 11: Beyond Beauty feat. Dr. Vasileios Vasilakis](https://lifesaverser.com/beyond-beauty/) **Published:** August 13, 2024 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** In the interview on the “A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye” podcast, Dr. Vasilakis delves into the nuanced topic of cosmetic surgery, discussing both its advantages and potential drawbacks. Dr. Vasilakis also touches on the ethical aspects of cosmetic surgery, discussing the importance of informed consent and ensuring that patients understand the full scope of the procedures they choose to undergo. He stresses that surgeons have a responsibility to guide patients toward decisions that are in their best interest, both physically and emotionally. The conversation with Dr. Foye is balanced, providing listeners with a comprehensive view of the complexities surrounding cosmetic surgery, helping them make informed decisions about whether it’s the right path for them. **ABOUT DR. VASILAKIS** Dr. Vasileios Vasilakis is a double board-certified plastic surgeon with advanced fellowship training and recognized expertise in aesthetic surgery. He specializes in a wide range of cosmetic surgical procedures including mommy-makeover surgery, abdominoplasty, liposuction, fat transfer to breasts and buttocks, breast augmentation, breast lift, breast reduction, labiaplasty, as well as all aspects of body contouring following weight loss. Dr. Vasilakis is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Vasilakis is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Vasilakis has published and lectured extensively in aesthetic, reconstructive and general surgery, with emphasis on innovative surgical techniques aiming to optimize patient outcomes. Dr. Vasilakis has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and book chapters in prominent surgical publications, and his work has been presented in national and international conferences. *Website:* [https://www.memorialplasticsurgery.com/vasileios-vasilakis-md/?utm\_source=gbp&utm\_medium=organic&utm\_campaign=drvasilakis](https://www.memorialplasticsurgery.com/vasileios-vasilakis-md/?utm_source=gbp&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=drvasilakis) ## A Life Worth Living Podcast Ep 11: **Beyond Beauty feat. 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In each episode, we sit down with compassionate and knowledgeable medical professionals who are dedicated to improving the well-being and quality of life for individuals like you and me. Join us as we engage in insightful conversations with doctors, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare experts who are on the front lines of care, working tirelessly to address the challenges and concerns of our daily lives. Through their experiences and expertise, our guests provide valuable insights, practical advice, and empathetic guidance to help you navigate the complex landscape of health and wellness. From managing chronic conditions to promoting mental health, from understanding the latest medical advancements to demystifying common health myths, “A Life Worth Living” covers a wide range of topics that impact us all. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and resources you need to lead a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. Whether you’re seeking answers to your health questions, looking for inspiration to make positive changes, or simply curious about the world of medicine, our podcast is here to inform, inspire, and uplift. Tune in to “A Life Worth Living” and embark on a journey towards better health, one conversation at a time. Because every life is worth living to the fullest. **Categories:** Podcast --- ### [Car Accident Trauma: What Are the Hidden Signs of Injury?](https://lifesaverser.com/car-accident-trauma/) **Published:** July 7, 2024 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Most injuries following a car accident are associated with symptoms of pain, bleeding, lacerations, or other signs of trauma. These injuries are obvious and easy to spot. But in some cases, other injuries are less obvious. There may be internal trauma that is harder to notice or symptoms that only manifest in the days and weeks following a car accident. So, understanding the signs of these ‘hidden’ or less obvious injuries is crucial for prompt treatment and recovery. ## Fractures Fractures, or broken bones, are a common consequence of car accidents. While some fractures are evident due to pain, swelling, and deformity, others, like hairline fractures, may not be apparent. A hairline fracture is not always visible on X-ray immediately after the injury. In fact, the fracture may only become visible on X-ray a few days or weeks after the accident. Therefore, even after undergoing an initial x-ray following a car accident, patients are encouraged to look out for the following signs and symptoms in the days and weeks ahead. - Persistent pain in the arms or legs that has not improved - Persistent swelling in the arms or legs that has not improved - Inability to bear weight - A visible deformity that appears on the arms or legs or that is not improving ## Head Injuries Head injuries are a grave concern in car accidents. Depending on the nature of the car accident and the mechanism of injury, possible head trauma can include concussions, skull fractures, and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). These can occur due to the abrupt impact or whiplash motion of a collision. Symptoms of a head injury may range from headaches and dizziness to confusion and loss of consciousness. Following a car accident, patients are encouraged to look out for these signs and symptoms in the days and weeks after the event: - Headaches - Dizziness - Nausea and vomiting - Loss of consciousness - Changes in vision or speech ## Internal Trauma Internal trauma, such as internal bleeding or organ damage, can pose a serious risk. For example, blunt force trauma from the collision can injure organs like the liver, spleen, kidneys, and lungs. These injuries are not always obvious. An immediate check-up following a car accident is strongly recommended, but continue to pay attention to these signs and symptoms in the days and weeks after the event: - Ongoing [abdominal pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/ "abdominal pain") or tenderness - New or spreading bruising on the abdomen, legs, or groin - Faintness or lightheadedness - Signs of shock (pale skin, rapid heartbeat, shallow breathing) ## Whiplash Whiplash injuries are commonly experienced in rear-end collisions. While neck pain and stiffness are typical symptoms, whiplash can also manifest as headaches, shoulder pain, and tingling sensations in the arms. Following a car accident, patients are encouraged to look out for the following signs and symptoms in the days and weeks after the event: - Ongoing or worsening neck pain or stiffness - Headaches - Shoulder pain - Limited range of motion in the neck ## Soft Tissue Injuries Soft tissue injuries, including sprains, are common in car accidents. These injuries affect the muscles, ligaments, and tendons and can result in persistent pain, swelling, and restricted movement. While not life-threatening, soft tissue injuries can significantly impact daily life and may require physical therapy or other interventions for optimal recovery. Symptoms to watch for in the following days and weeks after a car accident include: - Ongoing or worsening pain - Swelling, bruising, or stiffness that is worsening - Difficulty moving the affected area Car accidents can result in various injuries, ranging from the visible to the hidden. Fractures, head injuries, internal trauma, and soft tissue injuries are common injuries that may be missed on initial inspection. So, recognizing the signs of these injuries and seeking immediate medical attention is necessary for ensuring proper diagnosis and treatment. This helps promote a recovery that is faster and more complete. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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The following are some important (and potentially) life-saving tips to help you and your family stay safe during a heatwave. ## What Are Heat-Related Illnesses? Heat-related illnesses occur when the body’s temperature regulation system becomes overwhelmed by excessive heat. During normal periods of heat, the body can cool itself down by sweating and evaporating sweat. However, these mechanisms can fail during extreme heat events, high humidity, or both. Once that happens, it can lead to a dangerous rise in body temperature. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of heat-related illness as soon as possible is important. This gives you time to take appropriate action and stop the condition from worsening. ### 1. Know The Signs of Heat-Related Illness Heat-related illnesses usually follow a spectrum that ranges from mild to severe, starting with conditions like heat cramps and progressing to more serious conditions such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke, which can be life-threatening if not treated promptly. If you have been exposed to high or humid temperatures for long periods, look out for one or more of the following: #### Heat cramps - Painful muscle cramps and spasms, usually in the legs and abdomen - Heavy sweating Heat cramps are a sign that your body is overheated. Immediately cool down and stay hydrated to avoid more serious heat-related illnesses. For cramps, apply firm pressure on cramping muscles or gently massage to relieve spasms. #### Heat Exhaustion - High body temperature - Confusion and lack of coordination - Skin rash - Dizziness or fainting - Nausea or vomiting - Heavy sweating - Headache - Rapid breathing and heartbeat - Extreme thirst - Dark urine and decreased urination If you experience any of these symptoms during extreme heat, immediately move to a cool place, loosen tight clothing and drink liquids; water is best. #### Heat Stroke - High body temperature - Confusion and lack of coordination - Dizziness/Fainting - No sweating, but very hot, red skin Heat stroke is a medical emergency. Seek medical help immediately. While waiting for help—cool yourself or a family member right away by: - moving to a cool place - applying cold water to large areas of the skin (i.e., back of neck, armpits) - Fanning yourself as much as possible. ### 2. Tips for avoiding heat-related illness The best way to avoid heat-related illness is to prevent it in the first place. This means using the following tips while under the sun or dealing with high temperatures. #### Stay Hydrated One of the most important things you can do during a heatwave is to stay hydrated. Your body loses a lot of fluids through sweating, and it’s essential to replace them. Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Avoid beverages that can dehydrate you, such as alcohol, caffeine, and sugary drinks. - Carry a water bottle with you and sip regularly. - Infuse your water with slices of fruit or herbs for a refreshing twist. - Eat hydrating foods like cucumbers, watermelon, and oranges. - Set reminders\*\* on your phone to drink water regularly. #### Dress Appropriately What you wear can significantly impact how your body handles heat. Choose lightweight, loose-fitting, and light-colored clothing to help keep your body cool. Natural fabrics, like cotton and linen, are breathable and help wick away sweat. A wide-brimmed hat can provide shade and keep your head cool; sunglasses protect your eyes from the sun’s harsh rays. #### Seek Shade and Stay Indoors During peak heat hours, usually between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., it’s best to stay indoors or in the shade as much as possible. If you need to be outside, try to limit your activities to the early morning or late evening when it’s cooler. #### Creating a Cool Environment Indoors - Use fans or air conditioning to cool your home. - Close curtains or blinds to block out the sun’s heat. - If you don’t have air conditioning at home, spend time in air-conditioned public places, such as libraries, shopping malls, or community centers. - Take cool showers or baths to lower your body temperature. #### Use Sunscreen Sunburn can affect your body’s ability to cool down and make you more susceptible to heat-related illnesses. Always apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, even on cloudy days. Reapply every two hours or more often if you’re swimming or sweating. ### 3. Stay Informed Keep an eye on the weather forecast during a heatwave. Local news and weather channels provide important information about heat advisories and warnings. Knowing what to expect can help you plan your activities and take necessary precautions. ### 4. Check on Vulnerable Individuals Heatwaves can be particularly dangerous for certain groups of people. Elderly individuals, young children, and those with chronic illnesses are more susceptible to heat-related illnesses. Check on family, friends, and neighbors who may need assistance. ### **5. Know When to Seek Help** If you or someone else experiences symptoms of heat-related illness, it’s important to seek help immediately. For heat exhaustion, move to a cooler place, loosen clothing, sip water, and put cool, wet clothes on the body. If symptoms worsen or do not improve, seek medical attention. For heat stroke, call 911 immediately or go to your nearest [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room"). Take steps to cool yourself until help arrives. Protecting yourself from heat-related illnesses during a heatwave is essential for your health and well-being. By staying hydrated, recognizing the signs of heat-related illnesses, and knowing when to seek help, you can significantly reduce your risk of suffering from heat-related illness. Enjoy the summer safely, and stay cool! #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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Until we reach a point where the vast majority of the population has been fully [vaccinated against COVID-19](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-19-vaccine-update/), the virus will continue to be present. So, this season, we will all have to practice a little more vigilance against both COVID-19 and the flu. ## Individuals who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 For those who have received both doses of the [COVID-19 vaccination](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-19-vaccine/), keep in mind that it is still possible to get infected with COVID-19. Remember, the purpose of the COVID-19 vaccination is NOT to prevent catching the virus. The purpose is to keep you out of the hospital and reduce the chances of serious illness or death with COVID-19 if you are infected. ## Symptoms of the flu and COVID-19 Symptoms of the flu and COVID-19 may include - [Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "Fever") - Cough - [Sore throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - Tiredness - Body aches Because these symptoms are common to both COVID-19 and the flu, it is difficult to determine which one you may have. As a patient, the most important thing to do is pay attention to your symptoms. For example, regardless of what you believe the diagnosis to be, you should always seek medical help if you have urgent or life-threatening symptoms such as those listed below: ## When to get emergency medical help - Shortness of breath - Difficulty breathing or gasping for breath - [Chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) ## Diagnosis of COVID-19 and the flu If you are unsure whether you have COVID-19 or the flu, contact your local [24- hour emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) for details about [COVID-19 testing](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) criteria and testing locations. As usual, it is best to stay at home, self-isolate and follow good health hygiene until symptoms clear. ## Treating COVID-19 or the flu Use your symptoms as a guide. Most adults who develop the flu or those who develop COVID-19 despite being fully vaccinated against it, will usually have mild-moderate symptoms that can be managed at home with rest, fluids and over-the-counter medications such as aspirin or Tylenol. Those with more severe symptoms of either a severe flu or COVID-19 (usually individuals unvaccinated against COVID-19) may need to go to their local [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) if they begin to experience severe symptoms such as those mentioned. Regardless of what you believe the diagnosis to be, your symptoms will determine the level of care you need. Severe symptoms of either condition should always be dealt with urgently at a medical center. ## Steps you can take to protect yourself from the flu and COVID-19 - Get your [seasonal flu shot](https://lifesaverser.com/the-flu-season/) as soon as possible – contact LifeSavers ER to see when you can book a flu shot for yourself and your family. - Get fully [vaccinated against COVID-19](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-19-vaccine/). Individuals above the age of 12 are eligible. - Continue to practice good hand hygiene. - Where appropriate (i.e. in communities where there is still a high number of covid cases) wear a mask when in crowded areas or confined spaces. ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** COVID-19 --- ### [When to Go to the ER for High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) **Published:** May 13, 2022 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** High blood pressure is commonly referred to as the ‘silent killer’ because it very rarely has symptoms. There may be no indication that you have it until it’s too late. High blood pressure is a serious medical condition that is linked to heart disease, kidney damage, strokes and an increased risk of death. The good news is that if you find out you have high blood pressure, you can take steps early on to control it. ## Are you at risk of high blood pressure? The following are all factors that increase your risk of developing high blood pressure - Smoking - Being less [physically active](https://lifesaverser.com/nutrition-physical-activity-and-obesity/) - Eating a diet that is low in fruits, vegetables and fibre and/or high in fat and salt - Drinking alcohol to excess - Unhealthy weight - [Diabetes](https://lifesaverser.com/diabetes-basic-facts/ "Diabetes") ## Symptoms of high blood pressure Individuals with a high blood pressure may not have any symptoms. Attending regular medical checkups is the best way to find out if you have high blood pressure. However, there are times when your blood pressure might rise sharply and severely. This usually happens when someone has high blood pressure that is going untreated or has not yet been diagnosed. ## When to go to the ER A normal blood pressure reading is approximately 120/80 mmHg. Seek [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) if your blood pressure reading is 180/120 (or higher) and you notice one of more of the following. - Severe and sudden headache - Shortness of breath - Sudden vision problems - Irregular heartbeat - [Chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "Chest pain") A blood pressure reading this high is a [medical emergency](https://lifesaverser.com/preparing-for-medical-emergencies/). If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical attention immediately. ## How to manage high blood pressure Regular monitoring – High blood pressure is usually symptomless so the best way to know if you have high blood pressure is by visiting your doctor. They will measure your blood pressure and keep an eye on it during routine visits The earlier high blood pressure is caught, the easier it is to treat and the less ability it will have to cause other medical problems. ### References - [https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/16563-high-blood-pressure–when-to-seek-emergency-care](https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/16563-high-blood-pressure--when-to-seek-emergency-care) ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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Common causes of allergies include: - Drugs (ie. penicillin or other antibiotics) - Indoor and outdoor allergens, such as pollen, dust, and dander (these are known to cause hay fever) - Food allergies - Bees - Shellfish ## Mild allergic symptoms In these cases, when people come into contact with their allergen (the factor that causes the reaction) mild symptoms may follow: - Hives - Itchy skin - Rash - Allergic rhinitis, which may lead to symptoms such as nasal congestion or sneezing - Watery eyes Mild allergic reactions are localized to one part of the body. They do not spread to other parts of your body. These symptoms can be managed at home by avoiding contact of the allergen and using medications such as antihistamines or decongestants. ## Life-threatening allergic symptoms If you experience any of the following, call 911 or attend the nearest hospital immediately. - Difficulty breathing - Swollen tongue - Rash or hives that may spread around the body - Feeling light-headed or dizzy A severe allergic reaction, known as anaphylaxis, is a rare, life-threatening emergency. Your body’s response to the allergen is sudden and affects the whole body. You must get medical help right away. Life-threatening reactions should also prompt long-term follow up with your doctor and ongoing management of the allergy. ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Emergency Health, Health & Wellness --- ### [Urgent Medical Attention for Kids: 5 Most Common Reasons for ER Visits](https://lifesaverser.com/urgent-care-for-kids/) **Published:** February 25, 2022 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Any emergency that involves children can be a scary event to witness or experience. Whether it’s a playground injury, a toddler choking on a piece of fruit or an allergic reaction, it is always a good idea to keep a low threshold when deciding whether a child needs to be seen at an emergency department. If in doubt, seek medical advice immediately. It is always better to be cautious. The following is a list of 6 [common reasons](https://lifesaverser.com/most-common-reasons-for-why-people-visit-an-emergency-room/) that children need to be seen at the ER ## 1. Playground injuries Ankle sprains or broken bones from playground injuries are extremely common. As is falling while riding a bike or rollerblading. These injuries can all occur while kids are playing at home, at school or other outdoor venues. While not all injuries require a trip to the [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room"), some will. Signs of a bone or joint injury should be treated in the emergency room. This includes: - Sudden joint or bone pain. - Trouble using or moving the injured area or nearby joints. - Unable to bear weight. - - Obvious deformity of the limb. ## 2. Fevers and Chills A temperature over 100.4 degrees (38C) is a source of concern. There are many reasons that a child might have a high temperature such as a stomach bug or cold but whatever the cause, a temperature of 100.4 degrees F (38C) or higher means the child should be taken to the emergency room immediately. Other symptoms to look out for alongside a high temperature: - Not eating or drinking - Lethargy or irritable - A new or developing rash on the body ## 3. Respiratory disorders Asthma, pneumonia and [bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/ "bronchitis") are common lung diseases that send kids to the emergency. Anytime your child is having difficulty breathing or has a flare-up of their asthma, be sure to go to the emergency room immediately. ## 4. Rashes It is notoriously difficult to figure out whether a rash is a non-urgent event or something that requires a doctor. The following are tips on when to go to the emergency room - A rash that comes on suddenly - A rash that doesn’t fade with pressure, such as when a glass cup is gently pressed on it - A rash that is associated with any of the following: A high temperature, vomiting, lethargy, diarrhea, painful joints ## 5. Vomiting and diarrhea The most common cause of vomiting and diarrhea is usually a stomach bug. Generally, vomiting and diarrhea can be managed at home with plenty of fluids, rest and over-the-counter Tylenol or Advil for children. But in cases where a child has experienced multiple vomiting and/or diarrhea episodes over a short period of time (ie. vomiting 4 times in 24 hours and not holding down any fluids), a trip to the emergency room should be made. At this point, [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration") becomes a huge concern. ## 6. Poisoning from common household items During the past few years, accidental injury with poisoning in children has increased. This is according to the CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics. Items of concern are things such as cleaning solutions kept in the cabinet, medications, even children’s Tylenol or adult medication. All of these can be a threat to a child’s life and should be kept away from children. Be sure to keep household cleaning items in shelves that cannot be reached by children or use child-safety locks. ## Be prepared for an emergency Although we can never predict when accidents happen, we can be prepared. We recommend - Taking a basic first aid course (everyone in your family over the age of 16 can attend) - Keeping a well-stocked first aid kit in your house and car - Know where your closest 24-hour emergency room is located ### References - https://health.usnews.com/health-news/best-childrens-hospitals/slideshows/top-reasons-children-end-up-in-the-hospital - [https://www.cdc.gov/pictureofamerica/pdfs/picture\_of\_america\_poisoning.pdf](https://www.cdc.gov/pictureofamerica/pdfs/picture_of_america_poisoning.pdf) ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Children's Health, Emergency Health --- ### [Chest Pain: When To Go to the ER](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) **Published:** February 19, 2022 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Chest pain can be a scary and uncomfortable symptom to experience. Chest pain can appear in many forms, ranging from a sharp stabbing pain to a dull ache. Although chest pain has a number of different causes, it should never be ignored. Sudden chest pain might be a sign of a heart attack or other serious medical emergency. ## Causes of chest pain Causes of chest pain range from mild to life-threatening. Listed below are some common causes of chest pain ### Heart attack A heart attack is not always a sudden and dramatic event. In some cases symptoms may come on suddenly but appear slowly. Symptoms of a heart attack include: - A crushing or burning pain in the chest - A pain that travels up the neck and into the jaw - A sharp, stabbing feeling that gives you the sensation of extreme pressure on the chest - Nausea, vomiting or sweating alongside the chest pain ### Muscular pain (of the chest) This type of pain may occur a few days or hours after tough physical exertion or where an injury to the abdomen may have occurred. In muscular pain, tenderness is usually felt when you push on your chest. Pain should not feel stabbing or burning in nature. ### Respiratory causes (ie. cold and flu) Sometimes very bad cases of the cold or flu can cause pain to be felt when you breathe deeply or cough. This is referred to as pleuritic pain and can cause chest pain. Any pain that is felt while breathing should be investigated urgently. ### Indigestion Indigestion or [heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/ "heartburn") can cause chest pain. Indigestion is a discomfort in the upper chest that usually occurs a few minutes to hours after finishing a meal. Indigestion tends to recur as most people will experience a few episodes of indigestion over time. There are many causes of chest pain. Although most cases can be dealt with by your doctor during a routine visit, if you experience any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention immediately. - Chest pain that comes on suddenly - Chest pain that feels crushing or burning - Chest pain that feels like large pressure on the chest - Chest pain that feels like it travels up the neck - Chest pain that causes you to experience shortness of breath or difficulty breathing - Chest pain accompanied by nausea or vomiting - Chest pain that makes you feel dizzy or unsteady on your feet If you are experiencing any of these signs or symptoms then call 911 or seek medical advice urgently. ## Diagnosis and treatment Diagnosis and treatment of chest pain will depend on the underlying cause. Our doctors will carry out diagnostic tests such as an EKG, blood tests and any necessary scans to determine what is behind your chest pain. The treatment of chest pain will depend on its specific underlying cause. 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As we look forward to good food, family and friends, a lot of us will be hosting get-togethers, attending dinners and cooking for large groups. All of the tasty food that will be on offer this season makes it incredibly difficult to keep healthy. So here are a few tips to help you get through the holidays ## Know your foods Know which foods have a high calorie content but are low in nutritional value. By now you probably have a rough idea of what foods are high in calories and which ones are not. As a guide, food that are high in calories include: - Sugary drinks including most fruit juices - Pastries, cookies and tarts - High calorie coffee drinks such as eggnog or specialty drinks like pumpkin spice lattes. - Some dips like hummus, guacamole and many salad dressings The point here is not to deprive yourself of such treats. Instead, the key is to be aware of what foods are high in calories so that you indulge in moderation. ## Opt for healthy snacks The holiday period is either the best time for snacking or the worst. It depends on how you look at it. Where possible stick to healthier options such as: - Pita chips with reduced fat cheeses or salsa - Shrimp with cocktail sauce - Grilled salmon - Foods that include fruits and veggies ## What a healthy plate looks like When sitting down for large meals, be strategic about your decisions. Start off with a smaller plate and fill at least 50% with fruits and veggies. These are high in fiber which keeps you fuller for longer. To the rest of your plate, fill about 25% with grains or starches (ie. pasta, potatoes) and the last 25% is reserved for meat such as chicken, fish or meat alternatives. ## Cut down on the alcohol This one is a big deal. An average serving of white table wine can add up to about 121 calories while a bottle of regular beer contains about 148 calories.If you do have an alcoholic drink, have it with food. Remember, alcohol can lower your blood sugar and interact with [diabetes](https://lifesaverser.com/diabetes-basic-facts/ "diabetes") medicines. ## Stick to your usual meal times Doing so will keep your blood sugar steady. If the big family meal is served later than normal, eat a small snack at your usual mealtime and then eat a little less when dinner (or lunch) is served. ## Keep Working Out! With holiday shopping, cooking, and dinner parties, it can be hard to find time to work out. It is easy for one to fall behind on exercise routines during the holidays. Often, we put it off altogether until the New Year but try to make time to squeeze in a workout. Going for a walk around the neighbourhood counts as good exercise. ## Special considerations if you’re diabetic, have heart disease or high blood pressure For those that suffer from conditions such as heart disease or diabetes, it is especially important to stick to healthy eating during the holidays. These conditions can be made worse by eating unhealthy food over a long period of time. If you are diabetic, check your blood sugar more often during the holidays. If you have [high blood pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/ "high blood pressure"), keep a closer eye on it during this period. Enjoy the holiday season and everything that is on offer. However, try and stick to healthier options and be mindful of your portion sizes. Stay on top of your medications and try to get in a few bits of exercise. ### Have a happy, healthy and successful holiday season! ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Holidays, Nutrition --- ### [Monkeypox: What Is It, Symptoms, Who Is at Risk, How To Get Tested](https://lifesaverser.com/monkeypox/) **Published:** August 5, 2022 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** In the last few months there has been a noticeable rise in the number of Monkeypox cases worldwide. Monkeypox is an infectious disease that has been around for decades but in recent weeks hundreds of confirmed cases of Monkeypox have been occurring in countries that do not typically have the virus. This includes the United States where over 5,000 cases nationwide have been reported. Listed below are the answers to commonly asked questions about Monkeypox. ## What is [Monkeypox](https://lifesaverser.com/monkeypox-care-houston/)? Monkeypox is caused by the Monkeypox virus. It is part of the same family of viruses that cause smallpox. The first human case of Monkeypox was recorded in 1970 and before this current outbreak, Monkeypox cases were generally seen in central and western African countries. This recent outbreak has been different as Monkeypox has spread beyond that region to other parts of the world including Europe, Asia and North America. ## Who is at risk of getting Monkeypox? Most (but not all) recent global cases of Monkeypox have been reported amongst men who have sex with men. However, the virus can affect anyone through close person-to-person contact. Anyone infected with Monkeypox has the ability to spread it to those that they’re in close contact with. ## Is Monkeypox contagious? How does Monkeypox spread? Yes, Monkeypox is contagious. Those who are infected with Monkeypox have the ability to spread the infection to others in one or more of the following ways: - Direct skin to skin contact (ie. touching an infected rash, scabs, or body fluids) - Respiratory secretions during prolonged, face-to-face contact - During intimate physical contact, such as kissing, cuddling, or sex - Pregnant people can spread the virus to their fetus through the placenta ## What are the symptoms of Monkeypox? Symptoms of Monkeypox can include: - [Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "Fever") - Headache - Muscle aches and backache - Swollen lymph nodes - Chills - Exhaustion - Respiratory symptoms (e.g. [sore throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/ "sore throat"), nasal congestion, or cough) - A rash that may look like pimples or blisters that appear on the face, inside the mouth, and on other parts of the body, like the hands, feet, chest, genitals, or anus. ## I think I have Monkeypox, what should I do? If you suspect you have Monkeypox contact your healthcare provider immediately to get tested. Until you see a healthcare provider be sure to avoid close intimate contact with others and abstain from sex. Once you have been [tested for Monkeypox](https://lifesaverser.com/monkeypox-care-houston/), if it is confirmed, then a public health official or your doctor will contact you to provide further instructions. Most people can recover at home with rest, plenty of fluids and over the counter pain medication if needed. It can take around 5 days to 3 weeks after exposure for a person to develop symptoms of Monkeypox. ## [How do I get tested for Monkeypox?](https://lifesaverser.com/monkeypox-care-houston/) Monkeypox is diagnosed by a PCR test. A simple swab is taken from one or more of the rashes or skin lesions of concern. This is not a painful procedure and results are available within 24-48 hours. ## [Where can I get tested for Monkeypox?](https://lifesaverser.com/monkeypox-care-houston/) [Testing for MonkeyPox](https://lifesaverser.com/monkeypox-care-houston/) is now available at all [Life Savers ER locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/). ## Can Monkeypox kill you? Monkeypox is very rarely fatal. Monkeypox is usually a mild illness and most people recover on their own after a few weeks. ## Is there a vaccine for Monkeypox? Yes, there is a vaccine for Monkeypox. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends vaccination for the following groups: - People who have been exposed to Monkeypox. - People who are at higher risk of being exposed to Monkeypox, include: - People who are aware that one of their sexual partners in the past 2 weeks has been diagnosed with Monkeypox. - People who had multiple sexual partners in the past 2 weeks in an area with known Monkeypox. - People whose jobs may expose them to orthopoxviruses, such as: Laboratory workers who perform testing for orthopoxviruses, who handle cultures or animals with orthopoxviruses. - Some designated healthcare or public health workers. ## How do I keep myself safe from Monkeypox? If you have reason to suspect that someone close to you has Monkeypox, take the following steps to help you prevent infection. - Avoid close, skin-to-skin contact. - Do not touch the rash or scabs of a person with Monkeypox. - Do not kiss, hug, cuddle or have sex with someone that has Monkeypox. This includes oral, anal, and vaginal sex. - Do not share eating utensils or cups. - Do not handle or touch the bedding, towels, or clothing of a person with Monkeypox. - Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Furthermore, if you are in close contact with someone suspected of having Monkeypox, consider getting vaccinated against it. If you believe you have Monkeypox or have come into close contact with someone that has tested positive for Monkeypox, call your local [Life Savers ER location](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) to find out more about testing and vaccinations. ### References - [https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/Monkeypox/response/2022/index.html](https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/monkeypox/response/2022/index.html)[https://www.who.int/news/item/25-05-2022-Monkeypox–public-health-advice-for-gay–bisexual-and-other-men-who-have-sex-with-men](https://www.who.int/news/item/25-05-2022-monkeypox--public-health-advice-for-gay--bisexual-and-other-men-who-have-sex-with-men) - [https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/Monkeypox/response/2022/us-map.html](https://www.cdc.gov/poxvirus/monkeypox/response/2022/us-map.html) ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [What to Know about Herpes – Signs and When to Go to ER](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) **Published:** August 17, 2022 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Genital herpes is caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Genital herpes is a [sexually transmitted infection](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) (STI) that is on the rise in the United States. Sexual contact is the primary way that genital herpes spreads. ## Symptoms Like other STI’s, It is possible to experience no symptoms of genital [herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-and-when-to-go-to-er/ "herpes") even while infected. That is why routine [STI](https://lifesaverser.com/stds-what-to-know/) testing is strongly recommended. However, if symptoms are present, these may include: - Pain, itching or discomfort in the genital area. - Small red bumps or tiny white blisters. - Scabs -skin will crust over and form scabs as ulcers heal. Symptoms can appear a few days to a few weeks after infection so it may not be immediately clear when or where you got the initial infection. ## Transmission of herpes Once infected with herpes, you are contagious and can pass the infection on to other sexual partners. You can be contagious even if you have no visible sores. If sores are present, these first appear where the infection entered your body (eg. Buttocks, anus, mouth or genital area). You can spread the infection by touching a sore and then rubbing or scratching another area of your body, including your eyes. ## Who should get tested? Those who have noticed any of the symptoms above should get tested immediately. In general, any adult that is sexually active should get tested for STI’s on a regular basis. Even if you don’t have symptoms, routine [STI testing](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) is mandatory for good health. It is particularly important if: - You’re in a new relationship with a new partner - You’re sexually active but not in a mutually monogamous relationship - You exhibit any symptoms of an STI such as: genital itching, rashes in the genital area or abnormal discharge ## Treatment Because herpes is a virus, no cure for it exists. However, medications prescribed by your doctor can ease symptoms and reduce the risk of infecting others. Condoms also can help prevent the spread of a genital herpes infection. ## Prognosis Genital herpes will affect each individual differently but as a viral infection, once inside the body it will stay there indefinitely. This means that herpes may be active at some times and dormant at others. Some people experience episodes of a herpes re-activation each year but these tend to be less frequent as time passes. ## Same-Day [STD Testing in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) is Available at All LifeSavers ER Locations Consider [STD testing in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) if you fall under one of these categories: - You have symptoms of an STD such as pain on urination, rashes, itching or abnormal discharge from the genital area. - You are starting a relationship with a new partner. - You are concerned that you have recently come into contact with an STD. - Testing annually if you’re sexually active and not in a mutually monogamous relationship. - Testing annually as part of an overall health screen. - If you’re uncomfortable seeing your regular practitioner to have an STD check. ### References - ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Emergency Health, STD Testing --- ### [The Cold, the Flu RSV and COVID-19. Which Is Which?](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) **Published:** November 1, 2021 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** With winter just around the corner, colds, sniffles and coughs are very common. The presence of [COVID-19](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) and RSV (a common cold-like virus that primarily affects children) will make it tricky to figure out what is a simple cough and what is not. The following guide is a brief breakdown of the difference between a cold, the influenza virus (flu), COVID-19 and other respiratory conditions: ## The Influenza (Flu) Virus Although the flu is generally dismissed as a minor inconvenience, it can have very real consequences, especially for vulnerable populations. Each year, thousands of Americans are hospitalized because of the flu. That’s why the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that everyone 6 months of age and older should get the flu vaccine. ### Symptoms of the flu - Cough - [Sore throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/ "Sore throat") - Fatigue/tiredness - Body aches - Runny nose - Fever ## The Cold Virus The [cold and flu](https://lifesaverser.com/the-coming-cold-and-flu-season/) share many common symptoms such as a runny nose, sore throat and cough. It can be tough to figure out the cause of your cough. If you develop a fever, it may be a sign that you have a flu and not a cold. Furthermore, the flu is generally more severe than a cold with full body aches and tiredness being present. - Cold symptoms are usually milder than the symptoms of flu. - Colds generally do not result in serious health problems. ## Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) RSV is a common cold-like virus that primarily affects children. Doctors believe that this virus will be especially problematic this year as social-distancing eases and kids return to school. ### Symptoms of RSV in children - Runny nose - Fever - Cough ## COVID-19 For those who have received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccination, keep in mind that it is still possible to get infected with COVID-19. Remember, the purpose of the [COVID-19 vaccination](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-19-vaccine-update/) is not to prevent catching the virus. The purpose is to keep you out of the hospital and reduce the chances of serious illness or death with COVID-19 if you are infected. ### Symptoms of COVID-19 may include - [Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "Fever") - Cough - Tiredness - Loss of taste or smell - Shortness of breath - Difficulty breathing or gasping for breath Because the symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to the flu, it is difficult to determine which one you may have. If you have reason to suspect that you have COVID-19, such as a close contact develops COVID-19, then the first thing to do is self-isolate at home. ## **When to See Your Doctor** ### Cold and Flu The vast majority of colds and cases of the flu can be dealt with at home with a combination of rest, fluids and over the counter medications. However, if you experience symptoms like shortness of breath, a temperature that does not go away or a persistent cough, then make an appointment to see your doctor. ### RSV and Children As with most situations where children get a cold, [keep them at home from school](https://lifesaverser.com/how-to-keep-unvaccinated-children-safe-at-school/) and focus on rest and fluids. Treatment of RSV is based around easing and managing symptoms. But if any of the following are experienced then make an appointment to see your child’s doctor. - Trouble eating, drinking, or swallowing. - [Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "Fever") (temperature of 100.4 or higher) that does not go away. - Difficulty breathing. - Symptoms that don’t get better, or get worse. ### COVID-19 If you are unsure whether you have COVID-19 or the flu, contact your local 24-hour [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room") for details about COVID-19 testing criteria and testing locations. As usual, it is best to stay at home and self-isolate until you determine (via [COVID-19 testing](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-19-testing-for-children/)) whether you have COVID-19 or not. Use your symptoms as a guide. If you have mild-moderate symptoms, this can be managed at home with rest, fluids and over-the-counter medications such as aspirin or tylenol. Regardless of what you believe the diagnosis to be, pay attention to the severity of your symptoms. For example, you should always seek medical help if you have urgent or life-threatening symptoms such as shortness of breath or [chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "chest pain"). ## Things You Can Do To Keep Yourself and Your Family Safe This Winter Season - Get [vaccinated -that includes the flu vaccine and COVID-19](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-19-vaccine/) vaccination. - Continue to practice good hand hygiene. - If you are sick, stay at home and away from places like work or school to limit the spread of any respiratory illness. - Wear a mask in indoors settings or locations where there is a high number of COVID-19 cases. ### **References** - ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** COVID-19, Flu --- ### [4 Signs It's Time to Go to the ER for Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) **Published:** September 1, 2022 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Asthma, pneumonia and bronchitis are common lung diseases that can send both kids and adults to the emergency room. All of these conditions can lead to difficulty breathing and at times may be considered a medical emergency. ## Bronchitis symptoms Bronchitis is an inflammation in the lungs. Some people may refer to it as a chest cold. Adults who have [acute bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/acute-bronchitis/) may experience the following - Cough that is producing sputum. This may be clear, white, yellowish-gray or green in color — rarely, it may be streaked with blood. - Shortness of breath. - Slight [fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "fever") and chills. - Chest discomfort. If you have acute bronchitis, you might have had symptoms of a cold for a few days that has now progressively gotten worse. ## When it’s time to go to the ER - [**Chest pain**](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) – chest pain in bronchitis may be the result of chronic coughing or a sign that the chest infection has worsened. - **Difficulty breathing** – this includes any associated wheezing or shortness of breath. If you’re struggling to breathe or are experiencing difficulty taking in air, seek medical attention immediately. - **A high fever** – One or more of the symptoms above that is accompanied by a fever higher than 100.4 F (38 C) is cause for concern. This is almost certainly a sign of a lung infection. - **Producing blood in your sputum** – producing blood in the sputum is always a cause for concern. ## Treatment Acute bronchitis can last for 10 to 14 days, depending on the severity of your infection. Once in hospital, you will be examined and assessed by a doctor. A combination of supplemental oxygen, nebulizers and medication may be used to treat the worst of your symptoms. If you are ever in doubt about the seriousness of your symptoms, err on the side of caution and seek medical attention immediately. ### References - ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour [Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/) is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [Car Accident Emergency Room Guide: What to Expect During Your Visit](https://lifesaverser.com/car-accident-emergency-room-guide/) **Published:** May 13, 2024 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Car accidents are stressful and scary events. It is not uncommon for car accidents to leave those involved feeling shaken, confused and disoriented, especially in the immediate aftermath. Therefore, if you have experienced a car accident, knowing what to expect during your visit to the LifeSavers ER emergency room can be helpful. Some awareness about what your visit will look like may help ease some anxiety. This article will guide you through the typical steps of an emergency room visit following a car accident. ## Arriving at the Emergency Room Upon arrival at the emergency room, you will first check-in at the reception desk. You can provide basic information (eg, identification, [insurance](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/ "insurance") information) and a brief description of the symptoms or injuries you experienced. If your injuries are severe, you will likely be taken to a treatment room immediately to be seen by a doctor. ## Triage After check-in, you will undergo a brief triage process. At this time, a clinic staff member will assess the severity of your injuries. They will ask about your symptoms, medical history and how the accident occurred. They may also take your vital signs, such as blood pressure, heart rate and temperature. This assessment helps prioritize patients based on the urgency of their medical needs. ## Meeting with the Doctor A doctor will attend to you once you’re assigned a treatment room. They will take a detailed account of the car accident to determine the type of injuries you may have sustained and the extent of those injuries. They will ask about any symptoms, such as pain, bleeding or headaches, that you may have experienced following the accident. They will take a routine medical history and ask about factors such as current medications, a history of any existing medical conditions, family medical history and past surgeries. ## Physical Examination Your doctor will also conduct a thorough physical examination to identify visible injuries. They will check for bruising, swelling, cuts and any signs of trauma. They may also assess your neurological status, including checking your reflexes, sensation and motor functions. The type of physical exam carried out will depend on the type of injury that you have sustained. ## Medical Interventions and Tests Based on your doctor’s initial assessment, they will speak to you about the recommendations. Some cases may not require additional testing, but those that do may involve one or more of the following: ### Blood Tests Blood tests might be conducted to check for internal bleeding, infections, or other underlying medical conditions that could complicate your injuries. These tests can also provide valuable information about your overall health status. ### Imaging Tests - X-rays are typically the first imaging tests performed, especially if bone fractures are suspected. X-rays can quickly reveal broken bones or dislocations. - CT Scans – If more detailed images are needed, especially for soft tissue injuries or suspected internal bleeding, a CT scan may be performed. This test provides cross-sectional images of your body, helping to identify issues that X-rays might miss. - MRI Scans—An MRI scan might be necessary for soft tissue injuries, such as damage to muscles, ligaments, or the brain. This test uses magnetic fields to produce detailed images of soft tissues. ### **Other Procedures** - Ultrasound: If there is a concern about internal injuries, particularly in the abdomen, an ultrasound might be used. This test uses sound waves to create images of internal organs and can help detect bleeding or organ damage. - Electrocardiogram (ECG): An ECG might be performed if you experience chest pain or the doctor suspects a heart-related issue. This test records the electrical activity of your heart and can help identify any heart problems. ## Treatment and Follow-Up Once the necessary tests and procedures are completed, your doctor will review the results and discuss the diagnosis. Based on the findings, they will recommend a treatment plan. All treatment plans will vary based on the injuries sustained and their severity. ### Immediate Treatments In some cases, immediate treatment for your condition may be required. The doctor might apply a cast or splint for fractures or dislocations immediately. If you have deep cuts or lacerations, stitches may be applied. Pain management, including medications, will be provided as needed in all cases. ## Specialist Referrals and Severe Injuries - In cases where injuries require urgent and immediate care, you might be kept in for temporary observation at the emergency room or transferred to a dedicated hospital for further treatment. - If your injuries require specialized care, you may be referred to a specialist, such as an orthopedic surgeon or neurologist, to follow up in the next 24-48 hours. In all cases, your doctor will always discuss these options with you beforehand. ## Discharge Instructions You will receive discharge instructions if your injuries are not severe enough to require hospitalization. These instructions will include details on caring for your injuries at home, any prescribed medications and signs of complications to watch for. You will also be advised to schedule follow-up appointments with your primary care physician or a specialist. Visiting an emergency room after a car accident can be daunting. However, knowing what to expect can help ease some of the stress. From triage to meeting with your doctor and undergoing tests and scans, each step is designed to ensure that you receive the best possible care in an effective, compassionate and informative way. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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Although not all kidney stones cause symptoms, if they grow large enough or start to move within the urinary tract, it can lead to extreme distress. ## Signs and symptoms of Kidney stones The most common symptoms of kidney stones are: - Severe pain that is located around the groin, side, back or below the ribs - Pain that comes and goes in waves - Pain when passing urine - Urine that appears cloudy, pink, red, or brown, or smells bad - Going to the bathroom more frequently - High temperature - [Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "Fever") and chills - Nausea or vomiting If you experience pain alongside one or more of these symptoms, you may be suffering from kidney stones. Additionally, if you notice a fever, chills or high temperature this may be a sign of an infection as well. At this point, seek medical attention immediately. ## Diagnosis Your doctor will diagnose kidney stones using a combination of urine testing, blood tests and diagnostic imaging such as ultrasound scan. These tests can help confirm the presence of a kidney stone and it’s location. ## Treatment Kidney stones come in all shapes and sizes. They can be as small as a grain of sand or as large as a pebble. If the kidney stones you have are small, your doctor may advise you to let them pass naturally when passing urine. You will also be told to drink lots of water and take over the counter pain medication as appropriate. If the kidney stones are larger in size, your doctor may suggest an outpatient procedure known as lithotripsy. Here, the stones are broken up into smaller pieces so they can pass through the urine easily and with much less pain. ## Prognosis Passing kidney stones can be painful, but the stones themselves usually cause no lasting damage , as long as they’re discovered in a timely fashion ## How to prevent kidney stones If you’ve already had one or more kidney stones, you’re at increased risk of developing another. Here are some tips to help keep kidney stones from occurring - Drink plenty of water. At least 1L a day. Staying hydrated is one of the best ways to prevent kidney stones. - Avoid foods that are very high in oxalates such as rhubarb, peanuts, spinach, beets and sweet potatoes - Eat less salt – A high-salt diet increases your risk of calcium kidney stones. - Eat less animal protein – limit or beef, poultry and pork. ### References - ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [COVID-19: What is the Difference Between a Booster Dose or Third Dose Vaccine](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-19-what-is-the-difference-between-a-booster-dose-or-third-dose-vaccine/) **Published:** September 15, 2021 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** It might seem like there is a constant stream of new information about COVID-19 shots, boosters, updated guidance and who is eligible for what. Understandably, this may seem a little confusing. Here is a breakdown of what booster shots are, the difference between them and third vaccine doses and what it all means. ## What is a COVID-19 booster shot? In September 2021 The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommended a COVID-19 booster shot for certain adult populations and those in high-risk occupations and settings. A booster shot provides an increased level of protection against COVID-19. ## Eligibility for the booster shot To be eligible for a booster shot, the following must apply. - You must have received 2 doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 mRNA vaccine. Those who received Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccinations are not eligible. - You must fall within one or more of the following groups. - 65 years and older. - 18+ with underlying medical conditions (ie cancer, COPD or [diabetes](https://lifesaverser.com/diabetes-basic-facts/ "diabetes")). - 18+ who works in high-risk settings (ie. care homes, first responders, educational staff, bus drivers, grocery store workers). - 18+ who lives in a high-risk setting. ## What is a Third Dose COVID-19 Vaccine? A third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine is not the same as a booster shot. A third dose is recommended to those individuals who are considered immunocompromised. Those with underlying medical conditions that suppress the immune system have a reduced ability to fight off infections. For this group, the immunity developed from the initial two doses of the vaccination may not be as high as it can be. Therefore, a third dose may help increase the immune response. ## Eligibility for the Third Dose vaccine Those who are eligible to receive the third dose vaccine should meet the following criteria: - Received 2 doses of the initial COVID-19 vaccination with either Pfizer or Moderna - Fall under one or more of the following immunocompromised groups: - Currently receiving treatment for cancer. - Have advanced or untreated HIV infection. - Active treatment with high-dose corticosteroids (e.g., ≥20mg prednisone or equivalent per day when administered for ≥2 weeks). - Taking medications that weaken the immune system. - Organ or stem cell transplant recipient. This is not an exhaustive list of all immunocompromised conditions that apply. A full list of immunocompromised conditions is given by the CDC here: If you believe you might be considered immunocompromised but are unsure, speak to your doctor or other healthcare professional. ## What is the difference between a booster shot and a Third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine? A booster shot provides an increased level of protection against severe disease in those populations who are at high-risk for exposure to COVID-19 or the complications from severe disease. A booster shot is aimed at the elderly and young adults who live or work in high-risk settings or occupations. A third dose of the vaccine will help ensure that people who are known to be immunocompromised, increase their baseline level of protection against COVID-19. ## Should I get a booster shot or a Third dose vaccine? In general, individuals who are immunocompromised should receive a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Those aged 65 and older (who are not immunocompromised) should receive a booster. As should adults aged 18 and older who live or work in high-risk occupations or settings. If you are still unsure about whether you should receive a booster dose or a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, speak to your healthcare provider. They can help determine which one you would benefit from. ### References - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/booster-shot.html ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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In light of recent events with the emergence of the [COVID-19](https://lifesaverser.com/coronavirus-covid-19/) delta variant and a rise in COVID-19 case numbers, public health authorities have concluded that a third dose of the [COVID-19 vaccination](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-19-vaccine-update/) might benefit those who are immunocompromised. ## Who is immunocompromised? Immunocompromised is a term used to refer to individuals who have underlying health conditions that can weaken their immune system. A weakened immune system has difficulty fighting off infections and is unable to mount a full defense against an invading virus. If infected with COVID-19, an immunocompromised individual has a greater chance of becoming more sick or being hospitalized. Immunocompromised individuals include the following groups - Active or recent treatment for cancer. - Have received an organ transplant and are taking medicine to suppress the immune system. - Active treatment with high-dose corticosteroids, alkylating agents, antimetabolites and other biological agents that suppress the immune system. - Advanced or untreated HIV infection. This is not an exhaustive list of everyone that is considered immunocompromised. If you are uncertain whether you fall into this group, speak to your doctor or healthcare provider. ## Who is eligible for a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine? - Immunocompromised individuals. - Those who have received a first and second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines. - There has been a period of at least 28 days since you received the second dose of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine. ## Who should not receive a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine? - Fully vaccinated people with no known health problems. - Individuals who were vaccinated with the Johnson & Johnson (J&J/ Janssen) vaccine. ## What are the benefits of a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine? People who are moderately to severely immunocompromised make up about 3% of the adult population and are especially vulnerable to COVID-19. They are more at risk of serious, prolonged illness. An additional dose of the COVID-19 vaccine can help provide enough protection to fight the virus. ## What type of vaccination is the third dose? The third dose of a COVID-19 vaccination is an mRNA vaccine made by Pfizer or Moderna. It is the same type of vaccination as the first and second doses of the COVID-19 vaccinations made by Pfizer and Moderna. ## What are the risks of vaccination with an additional dose? According to the CDC, there is limited information about the risks of receiving an additional dose of the vaccine. However, the safety, effectiveness, and benefit of an additional dose of COVID-19 vaccine in immunocompromised individuals continues to be evaluated. To date, reactions reported after the third mRNA dose were similar to that of the two-dose series: fatigue and pain at the injection site. These were the most commonly reported side effects. Overall, most symptoms were mild to moderate. ### **References** - **Categories:** COVID-19 --- ### [Understanding Whiplash: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/understanding-whiplash/) **Published:** May 29, 2024 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** The first few minutes and hours following a car accident can be physically and mentally traumatic. All parties involved in a car accident can hopefully walk away without major injuries. However, what happens next, especially if you think you sustained a whiplash injury? Studies show that neck injuries are one of the most common types of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. Whiplash accounts for a large percentage of these. Whiplash occurs when the head is suddenly thrown backward and then forward. This rapid movement can damage the muscles, ligaments and other soft tissues. Rear-end collisions are the most common cause of whiplash. ## Common Signs of Whiplash Recognizing the symptoms of whiplash is crucial for seeking timely treatment. Here are five common signs to watch for if you suspect you might have sustained a whiplash injury: 1. **Neck Pain and Stiffness** Neck pain is the most common symptom of whiplash. The pain can range from mild discomfort to severe pain, often accompanied by stiffness. Moving your head from side to side or up and down can make it difficult. 2. **Headaches** Another common symptom is headaches that start at the base of the skull and radiate toward the forehead. These headaches can be persistent and may worsen with movement. 3. **Shoulder and Upper Back Pain** The pain from whiplash can extend beyond the neck to the shoulders and upper back, causing additional discomfort and may be accompanied by muscle spasms. 4. **Dizziness and Vertigo** Dizziness and vertigo can occur, making you feel unsteady or lightheaded. This can affect your balance and coordination. 5. **Numbness and Tingling** You may experience numbness or tingling in your arms and hands. This may be due to nerve compression or irritation in the cervical spine. It can be a sign of more severe injury. ## Initial Assessment and Diagnosis If you have been in a car accident recently and have not yet seen a doctor, consider attending a local emergency room to get properly assessed. This is particularly true if you think you have experienced whiplash. Upon arrival at the emergency room, a doctor will assess your symptoms and medical history. This will include the following: - Medical history – your doctor will obtain relevant history about the car crash and symptoms that you have experienced. Information about your past medical history and current medications will also be asked. - Physical examination: Your doctor will evaluate your neck’s range of motion and check for areas of tenderness around the neck and back. They may also carry out tests that examine the motion of your back, shoulder, arms and legs. - Imaging tests—If required, diagnostic tests, such as X-rays, CT scans, or MRIs, may be ordered to rule out fractures or other serious injuries. ## Treating Whiplash If you experience symptoms of whiplash, seeking prompt medical attention at your local emergency room is essential. The following are some effective treatments that may be recommended: ### Pain Management Pain management is an important aspect of whiplash treatment. Over-the-counter pain relievers, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen, can help reduce pain and inflammation. ### Physical Therapy Physical therapy is often utilized to help restore mobility and strength to the neck muscles. A physical therapist will guide you through exercises designed to improve flexibility, reduce pain and prevent further injury. ### Immobilization In some cases, wearing a soft cervical collar may be advised to limit the movement of your neck and allow the tissues to heal for a period of time. However, prolonged collar use is generally not recommended since it can lead to muscle weakness. Immobilization should only be used per your doctor’s recommendation and under their guidance. ### Heat and Cold Therapy Applying ice packs to the neck 48 hours after the injury can help reduce swelling and pain. Heat therapy, with warm compresses or heating pads, can then help relax muscles and improve blood flow to the area. ### Follow-Up Care Follow-up care is important for monitoring your recovery and adjusting your treatment plan. If your symptoms persist, your doctor may recommend additional therapies or refer you to a specialist. ### Prognosis The time it takes to recover from a whiplash injury depends on factors like the cause, the mechanism of injury and your overall health status. It will also depend on the treatments themselves and how effective they are. Most people will recover fully from a whiplash injury and regain their normal range of motion. However, if your situation has not improved in two to four weeks or appears to be worsening, then be sure to speak to your doctor. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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For this reason, it is important to seek medical advice immediately so a doctor can review the extent of your injuries and provide appropriate treatment. This is where imaging tools, such as X-rays, CT scans or MRIs, have a critical role to play. ## Diagnosing Injuries With Medical Scans When a car accident occurs, the impact force can result in several injuries. Whether it’s broken bones, bruises or internal bleeding, identifying these problems quickly and accurately is essential to a smooth recovery. To help with this process, X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs provide detailed images of the body. Here is a breakdown of how such imaging tools work: ## X-rays: The First Line of Defense Those involved in a car accident may experience intense pain, swelling or difficulty moving affected areas, like the arms or legs. X-rays are often the first imaging technique that doctors use. They are particularly useful for the following situations: - Detecting fractures and dislocations - Detecting broken bones - Spotting foreign objects—If foreign objects are embedded in the body, X-rays can detect them and ensure that they are safely removed. ### CT Scans: A More Detailed View While X-rays are excellent for visualizing bones, CT scans provide a more comprehensive body view. CT scans are useful for identifying internal injuries that might not be visible on standard X-rays. CT scans are helpful in the following situations: - Detailed bone imaging: CT scans offer more detailed images of complex fractures that might be missed on an X-ray. - Soft tissue visualization: Unlike X-rays, CT scans can clearly show soft tissues, such as muscles, tendons, and ligaments, which can be crucial in diagnosing injuries like muscle tears or ligament sprains. - Detecting internal bleeding: CT scans are highly effective in identifying internal bleeding or organ damage, which can be life-threatening if not treated promptly. ## MRI scan: Focused Imaging While not routinely used, there are some circumstances where your doctor may suggest MRI imaging after a car accident. MRIs are particularly useful in the following situations: - Detecting spinal injuries - Detecting problems with the blood vessels - Brain trauma MRIs will only be recommended by your doctor after consideration of your injury, symptoms and the nature of the car accident. They may also be used in the days or months following an injury. ## The Importance of Imaging Imaging technologies are not just about the immediate events after a car accident. They can also be used for long-term recovery and patient progress monitoring. Here is why imaging is so important: ### Immediate Reassurance After an accident, patients are often anxious and in pain. Having an X-ray or CT scan can provide immediate reassurance by showing exactly what’s going on inside the body. Knowing the extent of your injuries and understanding the next steps in treatment can alleviate stress and anxiety. ### Accurate Diagnosis Accurate diagnosis is the cornerstone of all effective treatment. Doctors cannot plan the best course of action without knowing exactly what is wrong. Imaging technologies provide a clear, detailed picture of injuries, ensuring nothing is overlooked. ### Guide Treatment Plans Imaging results can help guide treatment decisions. For example, a minor fracture might only require a cast, while a complex fracture may need surgical intervention. Internal injuries identified through CT scans can prompt immediate surgical intervention, potentially saving lives. ### Monitoring Progress Imaging is also valuable for monitoring the healing process. Any required follow-up imaging, such as X-rays or CT scans, can show how well an injury is healing and whether there are any complications. Ongoing monitoring ensures that any issues are detected early and treated promptly. ### Legal Issues Diagnostic images can help support medical claims in the event that legal issues arise following a car accident. Imaging technologies, like X-rays and CT scans, play an important role in diagnosing injuries sustained in car accidents. They help doctors make accurate diagnoses, guide treatment plans and provide a sense of reassurance to patients. In the post-accident phase, diagnostic scans can also monitor progress and assess overall improvement. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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Therefore, understanding common injuries sustained in a car accident, knowing when to seek medical attention and recognizing important signs and symptoms are essential for all drivers. ## Common Injuries Following A Car Accident Car accidents can result in various injuries, ranging from minor cuts and bruises to more severe trauma. The type of injuries experienced depends on the severity of the incident, the mechanism of injury and how the body was affected. Here are some of the most frequent injuries experienced in a car accident. ### Broken Bones Fractures and broken bones are common in severe car accidents. An impact can cause bones to break in various body parts, including the arms, legs, ribs and collarbone. The severity of these injuries can range from simple fractures to complex breaks that require surgical intervention. ### Cuts and Bruises Cuts and bruises are very frequent in car accidents, often resulting from broken glass, impact on the steering wheel, dashboard, or flying debris. While many cuts and bruises are superficial, some can be more severe, requiring stitches or other medical treatment. ### Whiplash Whiplash is one of the most common injuries in car accidents, especially rear-end collisions. It occurs when the neck is forcefully and quickly whipped back and forth, straining or spraining the neck muscles and ligaments. Whiplash may not be immediately apparent and can develop over the hours or days following the accident. ### Head Injuries Head injuries, including concussions and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), are serious concerns in car accidents. These injuries may occur when the head strikes a hard surface or from the violent jolt of an accident. Head injuries are extremely serious and always need to be dealt with promptly. ### Internal trauma Internal injuries, such as organ damage or internal bleeding, can result from blunt force trauma sustained in a car accident. Internal injuries may not be immediately visible but can be life-threatening if left untreated. ## When To Seek Medical Advice Medical advice should always be sought in the immediate aftermath of a car accident. However, it is not necessarily the only time it should be done. Additional medical advice should be sought if symptoms persist in the weeks or months following an accident. In general, seek medical assistance if one or more of the following applies to your situation: ### Immediately After the Accident After being involved in a car accident, patients must seek medical advice as soon as possible, especially if they experience any of the following: - Visible Injuries – If there are any visible injuries, such as cuts, bruises, or broken bones, immediate medical attention is necessary. - Severe Pain – If experiencing severe pain in any part of the body, seek emergency medical care immediately. - Loss of Consciousness or Disorientation—If you experience a loss of consciousness, even briefly, or any disorientation, confusion, or dizziness, seek medical help right away. These could be signs of a concussion or other serious injuries. ### Within the First 24 Hours Delayed Symptoms—Some injuries, like whiplash or internal injuries, might not show immediate symptoms. If you experience increasing pain, swelling, or any other new symptoms within the first 24 hours of an accident, it is important to get checked by a doctor immediately. ### Within The Next Few Days – Weeks If one or more of the following symptoms occur in the days or weeks following a car accident, visit your nearest emergency room. - Headaches, dizziness, or vision changes – These could indicate a concussion or other head injuries. Even if symptoms appear days after the accident, medical evaluation is necessary. - Neck or back pain – Persistent or worsening pain in the neck or back can indicate whiplash, spinal injuries, or other musculoskeletal issues. - Abdominal pain or swelling – This could be a sign of internal bleeding or injuries to internal organs and requires immediate medical attention. - Numbness or tingling – These symptoms could indicate nerve damage or other serious conditions. ## The Importance of Seeking Immediate Medical Attention It’s crucial to seek immediate medical attention following an accident, even if you don’t think you’ve been seriously injured. Here are some important reasons to seek help: - Early medical attention means early treatment and early diagnosis. Broken bones can be splinted, cuts and bruises can be bandaged, and diagnostic scans can help detect the presence of internal injuries if suspected. - Early medical attention allows for timely treatment and better outcomes. Delaying medical attention can lead to worsening injuries and longer recovery times. - Long-term injuries that are the direct result of a car accident can develop weeks or months following an accident. Early medical intervention may help reduce the risk and severity of such injuries. - Seeking medical attention immediately after an accident provides documentation of your injuries for potential [insurance](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/ "insurance") claims. This documentation is essential for compensation for medical expenses and other damages related to the accident. Being aware of common injuries from car accidents, knowing when to seek medical attention and recognizing important signs and symptoms are crucial for Houston drivers. These skills can protect their health and well-being in the aftermath of an accident. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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Slated for October 28, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the festival promises a day filled with attractions, entertainment and the spirit of togetherness. Hosted at the scenic Cottonwood Restaurant, 3433 N Shepherd Drive, Houston, TX 77018, this event is free for all ages. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP to ensure their spot. LifeSavers ER, known for its commitment to health and community welfare, has collaborated with local sponsors to make this event a grand success. The host sponsor for the event is Cottonwood Restaurant, a staple in Houston’s culinary scene. The presenting sponsors include Precinct One, City Ambulance, and HPD-North, all of whom have shown unwavering support for community initiatives. The attraction sponsors for the event feature a diverse group, including the YMCA, Vegas Sweets, North Lutheran High, and Jumptastic Adventures. Their contributions promise a day of activities and attractions suitable for all age groups. For those looking to satiate their taste buds, Cottonwood will offer a range of delectable dishes. To keep the energy high and the crowd moving, DJ Qbanito will be spinning tracks throughout the event. Local businesses have also come forward to present a ‘Trunk or Treat’ segment, ensuring that the festival has a sprinkle of Halloween spirit. The attractions lined up for the day are nothing short of spectacular. Wild Things ZOOfari will set up a petting zoo, offering attendees a chance to interact with playful animals. My Holy Helper Balloon Twisting will showcase their skills with intricate balloon artistry. Jumptastic Adventures will bring in character appearances, allowing children and adults to meet some of their favorite characters. And for those looking for a bit of bounce in their step, Sky High Party Rental will be setting up a bounce house. “*The Annual Fall Festival is more than just a day of fun and games. At its core, it’s an initiative to bring the Houston community closer. In times when health and community welfare have taken center stage, events like these play a pivotal role in ensuring that individuals have access to health resources and a platform to bond and grow as a community.*” says Jacque Young, Director of Operations at LifeSavers ER. Life Savers ER extends its heartfelt gratitude to all sponsors, vendors, and participants who have come forward to support this year’s event. The organization believes that the Houston community can thrive and prosper with collective efforts, ensuring a brighter and healthier future for all its residents. [Heights](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/ "Heights") residents and surrounding communities are encouraged to mark their calendars and join **on October 28**. Whether you want to enjoy quality family time, meet your neighbors, or bask in the festive atmosphere, the Annual Fall Festival promises something for everyone. For more information or to sign up for the event, visit **Categories:** Emergency Health --- ### [A Life Worth Living Podcast Ep 1: Transforming Your Life](https://lifesaverser.com/transforming-your-life/) **Published:** September 3, 2023 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Listen as Dr. Foye and Dr. Worley discuss surgical weight loss options and advancements in weight loss procedures. Dr. Todd A. 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Because every life is worth living to the fullest. **Categories:** Podcast --- ### [Work-Related Emergencies: When to Come to the ER](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) **Published:** January 14, 2021 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Accidents happen all around and being at work is no different. In fact, the work environment can be particularly hazardous due to the nature of some jobs. For example, jobs that involve a lot of manual handling, repetitive movements or working with heavy items. If a work-related emergency strikes, [Life Savers ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) can provide immediate care and treatment. Our clinic is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week and is fully equipped to deal with both major and minor emergencies. ## **How serious is the injury?** When the immediate danger is over it is important to think about how serious the injury was. Remember, at the time an injury occurs it might seem like a minor issue but in the coming days and weeks secondary symptoms like [back pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/ "back pain"), joint stiffness, headaches or soft tissue injuries may start to appear. In almost all cases, seeking medical advice immediately after a [workplace injury](https://lifesaverser.com/workplace-injuries/) (or soon after) is the right course of action. If in doubt, seek medical advice. It is always better to err on the side of caution. ## **When to come to a [24-hour emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/)** The following [conditions can all be treated](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) and managed by our clinic: - Broken bones - Head injuries - Falls or crashes - Machinery or handling incidents - Burns Resist the urge to ‘tough out’ any injuries that may occur. Workplaces have a duty of care to make sure that their employees can seek appropriate treatment following an injury. ## **Workers Compensation for Work-Related Emergencies** It is important to make sure that any injury sustained while at work is compensated for fairly and appropriately. For those planning to make a claim the following should be kept in mind: - A medical examination should be carried out as soon as possible following the injury. This will ensure that you are getting the best possible advice on how to manage and treat any fallout from the accident. - At the end of your visit our doctors will provide you with full documentation about your medical evaluation. This includes a summary of any injuries that may have been sustained. This documentation can be used for a workers compensation claim if required. - Obtaining treatment through the correct avenues and from a properly licensed or credentialed doctor and facility is a must. Workplace accidents are common. Getting good medical treatment is crucial for both your long term health and ensuring that you get the appropriate compensation if needed. ## **Steps you can take to help protect yourself from workplace injuries** Most workplaces offer work-safe programs to help educate their employees on how to stay safe. This includes: - Adhering to correct posture when sitting, lifting or moving objects - Taking regular breaks - Asking for help with tasks that require more than one person - Warming up muscles before working them - Using eye protection (googles), ear protection and gloves when appropriate - For work involving the inhalation of dust particles or filtrates always use a mask -while this may not present an immediate problem, breathing in particles that harm the lungs can have long term consequences in the future ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Workplace --- ### [COVID-19 Vaccine Update](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-19-vaccine-update/) **Published:** January 28, 2021 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** [Coronavirus](https://lifesaverser.com/what-is-coronavirus-covid-19/) ([COVID-19](https://lifesaverser.com/coronavirus-covid-19/)) has had a devastating effect on many lives and families. Thankfully, the vaccine for COVID-19 has just been made available to the public. **Here is what you need to know.** ## How the COVID-19 vaccine works and how it is different from previous vaccines Vaccinations have been around for a long time and go as far back as 1796 when the first vaccine was developed. However, the widespread use of vaccinations to help fight diseases like Smallpox, Diphtheria or Pertussis (whooping cough) were first made available in the 1940s. Most vaccines are developed using specific types of technology that triggers an immune response. These vaccines put a weakened or inactivated germ into our body and when the real bug comes around, the body has the memory of how to fight it off much faster. The COVID-19 vaccine is a little bit different. The technology behind this vaccine is something called a messenger RNA vaccine (mRNA) vaccine. Instead of giving us a weakened version of the germ into the bodies, mRNA vaccines teach our cells how to make a protein that triggers an immune response inside our bodies. This helps to provide protection against the virus. — ***[Houston COVID-19 CARE](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-testing-houston/) is available at both LifeSaversER locations*** ## How the COVID-19 vaccination is given The COVID-19 vaccination is given as two separate shots. You will need to get one shot and come back 3 weeks later for the second shot. Both shots must be taken for the vaccine to work. Instructions about the process will be provided at the time the vaccination is being administered. ## What the COVID-19 vaccine will do and what it will NOT do. The COVID-19 vaccine is new. It is meant to provide protection against getting infected with COVID-19. However, scientists still do not know if the vaccination will stop people from spreading COVID-19 -that is, you can personally be protected from COVID-19 after receiving the vaccination but unknowingly spread the virus. That is why it is important to still practice mask wearing, good hand hygiene and social distancing where appropriate. — ***[COVID-19 Onsite Business Testing](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-testing-for-business/) is available. Contact us today.*** ## Vaccine safety The U.S. vaccine safety system ensures that all vaccines are as safe as possible. Testing of the COVID-19 vaccine has passed all safety standards and gone through appropriate testing as all vaccines have before it. ### References ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** COVID-19 --- ### [Pediatric Urgent Medical Attention: When to Visit the Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) **Published:** February 23, 2021 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** All emergencies can be a scary experience but those involving children can be especially tough to deal with. Here are some common pediatric emergencies that should be treated at your nearest Emergency Room. ## Special case – Babies and children under the age of 2 The situations mentioned below apply to all children but when it comes to cases involving children under two, a very low threshold for going to the Emergency Room should be kept. At the very first sign that something is wrong or out of the ordinary, parents with sick or unwell babies (or children under 2) should seek medical advice immediately, without delay. ## When to go to your local 24-hour Emergency Room - **A new temperature over 100.4 degrees** (38C) **–** there are many reasons that a child might have a high temperature. But whatever the cause, a temperature of 100.4 degrees F (38C) or higher means the child should be taken to the [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room") immediately. 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Go to the nearest emergency room immediately ## General rules to bring your child to the emergency room - Unusual shortness of breath - Your child is clearly very unwell – they are lethargic, listless and have poor interaction with their environment and those around them - A child that is pale, limp, not responding or playing in their usual manner If something feels wrong, trust your gut and get it checked out right away. ### References ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Children's Health, Emergency Health --- ### [Importance of Employee COVID-19 Screening and Testing](https://lifesaverser.com/employee-covid-19-screening-and-testing/) **Published:** March 9, 2021 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** The COVID-19 virus has completely changed the landscape of how businesses are operating. Now with the vaccine distribution becoming more widespread, many companies are looking to slowly transition from remote back to the workplace. At the same time, many essential businesses have been operating in-person since the outbreak began. Businesses can help contribute to the fight against COVID-19 by screening and testing their employees regularly for the virus. Employee screening and testing can be the key to risk mitigation within the workplace. >> [Bringing Comprehensive COVID-19 CARE & Consulting to Your Business](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-testing-for-business/) ## **Why Do Businesses Need to Screen for COVID-19** Health screenings are the first step in preventing the spread of the COVID-19 virus within the workplace. Companies can help keep their staff (and their families) healthy by taking preventative steps to keep the spread of the virus within the building to a minimum. 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However, testing should not be the only method of mitigating the spread of the virus within a physical location. Businesses should take a proactive approach to this health issue. >> [Bringing Comprehensive COVID-19 CARE & Consulting to Your Business](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-testing-for-business/) ## **Best Ways to Reduce the Spread** There are several ways to monitor possible exposures within the workplace and reduce the spread among coworkers. - **Temperature Checks:** [Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "Fever") and chills are two common symptoms of the coronavirus. Taking employees’ temperatures before they enter the facility can help prevent the virus from entering the building. A fever means that the employee should stay home and get tested. - **Cleanliness:** Keeping the facility clean is another defense against the coronavirus. Providing employees with hand sanitizer or PPE, as well as reminding them to regularly wash their hands are great ways to reduce exposure within a facility. Regular cleaning of highly-trafficked areas is also helpful. - **Health Questionnaire:** Employers can learn more about their employees’ health status with the use of a health questionnaire. The questionnaire should be digital to make it easier for the employee to fill out and for the employer to track responses. Employees that do not feel well should be encouraged to stay home. - **Swab or Saliva Testing:** [COVID-19 CARE](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/ "COVID-19 CARE") can be done at private or commercial labs and facilities. The use of swab or saliva tests are particularly useful in a situation where a staff member has been potentially exposed. - **Health Apps:** Larger facilities might consider the use of a health app to track employee symptoms, notify the correct agencies, and contact tracing. This can streamline all of the COVID-19 related data to one place. - **Educate Employees:** Employees should be encouraged to follow any company procedures if they (or someone in their household) should become sick, and how to prevent themselves from getting sick. This pertains to activities both at work and at home. Encourage employees to wear PPE at work as needed, as well as practicing social distancing. A company should also have a plan in place if an employee becomes ill while at work in terms of isolation and cleaning so that the virus remains as contained as possible. >> [Bringing Comprehensive COVID-19 CARE & Consulting to Your Business](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-testing-for-business/) ## **Benefits of Employee Screening and Testing** Employee screening and testing can result in improved overall health within the workplace. 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To help out, here is a brief guide on dealing with holiday health emergencies. ## Tips for preventing some of the common reasons people [make a trip to the ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) over the holidays #### Falls Falls can happen for a variety of reasons (ie. hanging up Christmas decorations, slipping on ice etc). Practice safety where possible by wearing shoes with good support and using the appropriate equipment for decorating those hard to reach places (ie. a sturdy stepping ladder instead of standing on the chair). ### Over-exertion Whether it’s alcohol, fatty desserts or a combination of the two, the holidays are known for overindulgence. However, it’s important to do all things in moderation. This includes alcohol consumption and eating unhealthy foods. Limit your alcohol intake and control the portion sizes of desserts that you are consuming. Those with pre-existing health problems like [diabetes](https://lifesaverser.com/diabetes-basic-facts/ "diabetes") or heart problems should be especially careful. ### Exhaustion While not a medical condition itself, exhaustion is a very real problem that hits many over the holiday period. Late nights, little sleep, poor diet and stress can all add up. This can cause existing health problems to worsen or lower the immune system thereby making it more susceptible to illness. Pay attention to what your body is saying -are you getting enough sleep? Are you stressed out? Do you need a break? ## Plan ahead Your doctor or local pharmacy may have shortened hours during the holiday period, especially in the run-up to Christmas. So if you have a chronic condition or need medical attention regularly, get your prescriptions filled as soon as possible or make an early appointment to see your doctor. ## Avoiding long waits at the ER If an accident or injury occurs then consider using Life Savers ER -a freestanding emergency clinic. We are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We offer emergency medical care to adults and children of all ages. Average wait times are around 45 minutes. With board-certified doctors and [onsite laboratory & diagnostic services](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/), we are fully equipped to take care of all [minor and major medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/). ## When to go to an emergency department Accidents and emergencies do happen. If so, LifeSavers ER can deal with a range of issues such as: - [Asthma Attack](https://lifesaverser.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-asthma-and-exercise/) - [Chest pains](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [Colds and Flus](https://lifesaverser.com/colds-and-cough-time-how-to-get-you-and-your-family-through-the-cold-season/) - [Auto accidents](https://lifesaverser.com/auto-accidents/) - Breathing Difficulties - Broken bones This holiday, stay safe by planning ahead and knowing where to go if an emergency should strike. From all of us at LifeSavers ER, we wish you and your family a safe and happy holiday season. ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Emergency Health, Holidays --- ### [Staying Healthy Over the Holidays](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-healthy-over-the-holidays/) **Published:** November 25, 2020 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** The 2020 holiday season is going to be a little different. Amidst a global pandemic where social distancing and masking are the norm, celebrating with family and friends will require more safety and a little bit of creativity. Here are some safety tips to keep in mind as you celebrate with loved ones this season. ## **1. Social gatherings or events:** - Keep gatherings small, local and within your social group. 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Be mindful of safety around outdoor heaters, heat lamps and open fires particularly if children are involved. ## **4. Your own personal to-do list** - Get your flu shot. This is especially important if you plan to attend multiple gatherings and interact with many different people. - Wear a mask indoors and outdoors and don’t forget to offer one to those who forget. - Keep a list of invited guests in case one of them gets covid-19. This will make it easier to contact everyone if necessary. Have fun this season but do so safely. Keep in mind the current covid-19 situation within your own town or county. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that when planning to host or attend a holiday celebration, assess current covid-19 levels in your community to determine whether to postpone, cancel, or limit the number of attendees. ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. 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Testing can help catch these infections and stop the spread. ## **The right time to get tested** Every case is unique but there are some general guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) about when to get tested: - When you have symptoms of an STD such as genital itching, rashes, abnormal discharge or pain on urination. - Sexually active women younger than 25 should be tested for gonorrhea and chlamydia every year. - Sexually active women 25 years and older: For those with a new partner, multiple partners or a sex partner who has an STD should be tested for gonorrhea and chlamydia every year. - All sexually active gay and bisexual men should be tested at least once a year for syphilis, chlamydia, and gonorrhea. - All adults and adolescents from ages 13 to 64 should be tested at least once for HIV. ## **What happens during a [STD test](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/)** Depending on the STD being tested for, testing can take the form of a urine sample, a vaginal/genital swab or a blood test. ## **What the test results mean and what happens next** After getting tested for a STD patients will receive a result that comes back positive or negative. If the test results are negative, then great, no follow-up is necessary. In a few cases we may recommend a second test to confirm the results but otherwise continue to practice safe sex and keep getting tested regularly. If the results come back positive our staff will discuss the next steps with you such as treatment options. A positive result also means you should abstain from sex for the immediate future until your treatment is completed. Tell anyone you’re in a relationship with about the result. This will allow them to get tested and seek treatment if required. ## **Protecting your privacy and confidentiality** At Life Savers ER we understand that [STD testing](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) can be a sensitive issue. We maintain the highest standards of privacy and confidentiality throughout the entire process. Our clinic offers a great alternative for those who are not comfortable talking to their regular primary care doctor about STD’s or getting tested by their doctor. All testing and results are treated with the highest level of privacy and confidentiality. ## Same-Day [STD Testing in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) is Available at All LifeSavers ER Locations Consider [STD testing in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) if you fall under one of these categories: - You have symptoms of an STD such as pain on urination, rashes, itching or abnormal discharge from the genital area. - You are starting a relationship with a new partner. - You are concerned that you have recently come into contact with an STD. - Testing annually if you’re sexually active and not in a mutually monogamous relationship. - Testing annually as part of an overall health screen. - If you’re uncomfortable seeing your regular practitioner to have an STD check. ### **References** ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. 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This can present a challenge for employers, who must handle the issue with sensitivity, yet limit the possible exposure to other employees. The following steps should be taken when an employee alerts you that they have tested positive for the coronavirus. ## **Have a Discussion** If you are alerted via email or voicemail, pick up the phone and call the employee. First, ask how the employee is feeling. The employee might be feeling well currently but may be nervous about what might be coming in terms of symptoms. Let the employee know that their workload will be covered through the illness. Next, find out which coworkers has been in close contact with over the last two weeks. If the employee works remotely, this question should still be asked in case there has been socializing outside of the workplace. Remind the employee of the quarantine guidelines for infected people. ## **Follow Your Protocol** If your business does not have a process in place to deal with a positive employee, now is the time to create one. The protocol should include how to mitigate the risk to others within the workplace. This includes the cleaning of the spaces that the employee was in. If possible, wait 24 hours before cleaning the area to allow respiratory droplets to dissipate. For example, if the infected person works in a separate office, shut the door, and clean it after the 24 hours. If it is not possible, thoroughly disinfect the areas the employee may have been in, including bathrooms and kitchen areas. ## **Review Updated Labor Laws** The COVID-19 situation is very fluid. After receiving notification of an infected employee, it is advisable to review the labor laws that are associated with the workplace for your state and county. For example, employers are no longer required to provide family and medial leave to COVID-19 patients but may want to voluntarily do so. ## **Alert Other Employees** Those that have been in close contact or sit or work near the infected individual should be contacted as soon as possible. Close contact is defined as being within six feet for a prolonged period of time. The CDC also has guidelines on who needs to quarantine and for how long. It is your responsibility as a company to contact everyone who has a potential exposure. The message should include CDC information as to what to do next in terms of testing and contacting their doctors, as well as an offering of support. It is important that you respect the confidentiality of the employee who is positive as well as anyone who was in close contact. ## **Communicate with the Rest of the Workforce** After the contacts have been made, be transparent with the rest of the workforce. Chances are, most of them will find out about the COVID-19 case anyway and it is better to come from the company itself rather than the rumor mill. You can give them the facts without divulging the identity of the infected person to retain as much confidentiality as possible. ## **Check in with the Infected Employee** In a few days, check in with the employee by phone or email to see how they are feeling. Some employers require infected individuals to test negative for COVID-19 before returning to work. If diagnostic testing is part of your company’s policy, it is recommended that the employee tests negative twice before returning to work. The situation of a positive employee must be handled quickly, but with care and compassion. The news of an infected individual in the workplace can be frightening for some employees so it is best to be mindful in following all the proper steps to show your employees that you take their health and safety seriously. ### Emergency in Houston? 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Life Savers ER is a freestanding emergency clinic that is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. With onsite testing facilities and shorter wait times, the clinic is equipped to deal with everything from minor to major life-threatening injuries. That includes sprains, strains and broken bones. ## When to visit the emergency clinic Musculoskeletal injuries or injuries to the bones, joints and limbs are extremely common. The following are conditions that we deal with - Fracture and broken bones – a break of the bone can be a fracture, a chip, or complete break in the bone. - Sprain – a sprain is a stretch or tear of a ligament. Sprains may occur after an accident and be accompanied by a feeling of a tear or pop in a joint. This might be followed by pain, swelling, and bruising. - Acute strains – acute strains are caused by stretching or pulling a muscle or tendon. - Chronic strains – these are the result of overuse of muscles and tendons through prolonged, repetitive movement. - Bruises – bruising usually follows injury to one of the limbs or joints. It may occur days after an accident. ## Symptoms All of the conditions above may be accompanied by - Pain (minor or intense) - Muscle weakness - Redness at the site of injury or accident - Swelling at the site of injury or accident - Inflammation at the site of injury or accident - Cramping ## Diagnosis After taking a medical history and carrying out an examination, doctors may ask you to undergo an xray of the joint or bone. 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High levels of stress can lead to anxiety, fatigue, difficulty sleeping and mood swings amongst other symptoms. Because stress is primarily caused by our emotional and mental state of mind, the tips to reduce stress are centered around doing things to make you ‘feel’ less stressed out and help your body relax. Here are tips on managing stress in your life ## Get regular exercise It sounds simple but studies show that exercise reduces levels of the body’s stress hormones, such as adrenaline and cortisol. It also stimulates the production of endorphins -chemicals in the brain that make us feel good. ## Practice relaxation techniques Techniques such as deep breathing, meditation, yoga or tai chi are centered around relaxing the body. 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The best way to keep yourself and your loved ones safe from contracting the flu is to continue practicing the following: - Wash hands frequently with soap & water or use rubbing alcohol. - Stay at home until your symptoms have resolved. - Distance yourself from others where possible. - Cough into your elbow. ## **6. Covid-19 and the flu** Getting the flu vaccine will reduce your risk of catching the flu virus. Unfortunately, it will not reduce your risk of catching Covid-19. Flu vaccines have been shown to reduce the risk of flu illness, hospitalization, and death. Furthermore, keeping the flu at bay gives you one less illness to worry about during an already stressful time. If you’re unsure whether you have Covid-19 or the flu, contact your local [24-hour emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) for details about testing criteria and testing locations. 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If so, follow the testing policy closely. - Good hand hygiene -Continue to encourage regular hand washing or the use of alcohol to clean hands when appropriate. - Outdoor activities – Remember, outdoor activities are safer than indoor ones. However, as the weather gets colder and children head indoors, look at your school district policy about the use of well ventilated-rooms. - Informal after-school events or get togethers – Use your own judgement and understanding of your local COVID-19 situation to determine if your child’s after school activities will include a large number of unvaccinated individuals. If so, consider the risks and benefits of your child’s attendance there. Closer to home, encourage all close contacts of your children -those aged twelve and older (eg. siblings, cousins, family members, friends) to get vaccinated. Providing this protection around kids will make the home environment safer. Remember, it is not just one single action that will help protect those who are vulnerable and unable to get vaccinated. It is many small actions used together that will keep children as safe as possible. ## Steps to take if you suspect your child has COVID-19 or has come into contact with someone testing positive for COVID-19. Be aware that unimmunized children can catch COVID-19 from anyone (adults or other children) who have COVID-19. Those infected with COVID-19 may have no symptoms at all. You cannot tell who is contagious. If you suspect your child may have COVID-19 the following applies: - Stay at home – Students, teachers, and staff should stay home when they have signs of any infectious illness. - Inform your child’s school, childcare facilities, and other caregivers that your child may have COVID-19. - Follow school policy about what steps parent’s should follow if they suspect their child has COVID-19. - Where recommended, consider arranging [COVID-19 testing for your child](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/). This will only be required in some circumstances, not all. - Contact your child’s doctor if you notice any of the symptoms below or a worsening of symptoms. ## Signs and symptoms of COVID-19 in children Most children who are infected with COVID-19 will not have any obvious symptoms of infection. In the majority of cases, a COVID-19 test is the only way to confirm that a child has the infection. 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It is also one of the most common causes of permanent disability and death around the world. The worst part of TBI is that sometimes it does not show symptoms at the time of accident rather the symptoms come at later dates till when the damage is already done. Therefore in case of an accident where the head is involved should be taken care of at the very same moment. Rushing to a **[24-hour emergency room in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/)** or the nearest hospital is the best first aid one can give to the patient. While mild injuries affect temporarily, severe ones can result in internal bleeding, bruising, and torn tissues in the brain. You should not neglect any damages to the brain as they can end in sudden death or long-term complications in terms of health. ## **Possible Causes of Traumatic Injury in Brain** Our elders always say, “Take precautions, as you never know when something can happen.” Similarly, there can be several causes for Traumatic brain Injury in one’s day to day life. The degree of damage depends on the severity of the abrasion, and any of the following can cause it: - **Road Accidents** Vehicle collisions are one of the most common causes of traumatic brain injuries. Accidents take up lives of around 30% of people in the United States because of head injuries. It can include both open head and closed head injury as well as can be equally severe, causing early death or permanent damage to the brain. If you or your loved ones get involved in such accidents, visit the nearest [emergency clinic in Houston ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**TX** immediately, don’t delay in panic. - **Sports Injury** Brain injuries can also happen while playing contact sports as they include rough sports activities. Partaking in various sports can be a cause of such mishaps, including baseball, Lacrosse, Skateboarding, boxing, and soccer. Sports-related injuries are sudden incidents that can be extremely dangerous for a person’s life and cause permanent and temporary disabilities due to brain injury. - **Violence** Child abuse, domestic violence, gunshots, and other assaults with a person can be a cause of traumatic brain injuries as well. People who experience violence can also go into depression and panic attacks. If it happens with infants, then it can also cause shaken body syndrome among other fatal aftereffects like seizures and what not. - **Combat Injury or Explosive Blasts** Blasts and combat injury can be a cause of trauma. Inactive duty personnel, it is the most common cause of traumatic brain injury. Furthermore, too much noise or pressure from blasts can permanently disrupt brain function. - **Falls Injury** Most injuries that cause brain damage are a result of falls from the ladder, bed, and bathroom that can cause deterioration of the brain cells. When the brain cells destroy, it can trigger strokes, coma, or trauma. ## **Types of Brain Injuries**: - **Cerebral** **Contusion** When your head gets hit during an accident, blood vessels burst inside the brain, causing bruises. These bruises are known as a cerebral contusion. 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At times, the blood goes inside into the spaces surrounding the brain, causing Traumatic Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. Usually, the area around the brain is filled with a fluid named cerebrospinal, which protects the brain. However, arteries can get injured due to the incident. When small arteries around the brain tear due to injury, it causes hemorrhage. ## **Symptoms**: Depending on the location and severity of the injury, the symptoms can vary from person to person. - Mild Injury Symptoms may include - Vomiting or Nausea - Headache that persists for more than one week. - Drowsiness or fatigue - Sleeping for longer hours than usual - Loss of balance or feeling dizzy - Sensitivity to sound and light. - State of being confused, dazed or disoriented. - Loss of consciousness for more than a few minutes - Moderate to Severe brain injury symptoms: - Repeated Seizures - Numbness or weakness in fingers. - Loss of coordination - Slurred speech - Clear fluids draining from ears and nose ## **The Bottom Line** Traumatic Brain injury is a severe problem that should not be neglected. You must consult a doctor at [**urgent care near 77070** ](https://lifesaverser.com/services/)or any other emergency room near you in such cases. 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These situations require immediate intervention and can be life-threatening if not addressed promptly. - **Substance Use Disorders:** ERs frequently encounter patients struggling with substance use disorders. These patients may present with overdose, withdrawal symptoms, or health complications related to long-term substance use. - **Integrated Care:** ERs are increasingly integrating mental health professionals into their teams to improve care for patients with mental health and substance use issues. This integration helps to reduce the amount of time these patients spend in the ER and improves admission procedures allowing for expedited care. - **Post-Emergency Care:** After stabilizing patients, ERs play a crucial role in referring them to appropriate mental health or substance use disorder treatment facilities for ongoing care. 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Whether it’s caused by a stomach bug, motion sickness, or something more serious, these uncomfortable sensations can significantly disrupt your activities. Fortunately, there are various strategies to help manage nausea and vomiting effectively. Here are some tips from Emergency Medicine experts ### Try to Figure Out the Cause of Your Nausea and Vomiting It sounds obvious, but first and foremost, it is important to distinguish between nausea and vomiting that is being caused by an issue that can be managed at home versus something that requires quick medical attention. For example, nausea and vomiting caused by a stomach bug can usually be managed at home, whereas nausea and vomiting following a head injury should be dealt with at an [emergency department](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency department"). So, trying to determine what the cause of the nausea and vomiting may be is important. Consider what activities you have undertaken in the past 24-48 hours. #### Common causes of nausea and vomiting that can be managed at home include: - **Stomach Viruses:** Gastroenteritis, commonly known as the [stomach flu](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-flu/ "stomach flu"), is a common cause of nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Abdominal cramps and [fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "fever") often accompany these symptoms. - **Motion Sickness:** Traveling in cars, planes, or boats can trigger motion sickness, characterized by feelings of nausea, dizziness, and vomiting. - **Food Poisoning:** Consuming contaminated food or beverages can lead to food poisoning, resulting in nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach cramps. Symptoms typically develop within hours of ingesting the contaminated food. If those around you have similar symptoms and have consumed similar items, that is a good sign that it is food poisoning. - **Pregnancy:** Nausea and vomiting, commonly referred to as morning sickness, are common symptoms experienced by many pregnant women, particularly during the first trimester. Hormonal changes and increased sensitivity to certain odors may contribute to these symptoms. - **Medication Side Effects:** Certain medications, such as chemotherapy drugs, opioids, and antibiotics, can cause nausea and vomiting as side effects. Adjusting the dosage or switching to alternative medications may help alleviate these symptoms. - **Migraines:** Some individuals experience nausea and vomiting as accompanying symptoms of migraines, severe headaches characterized by throbbing pain, sensitivity to light and sound, and visual disturbances. ### Symptom Management If the cause of your nausea and vomiting is likely one of the above, then managing symptoms at home is appropriate. 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If nauseous, try taking slow, deep breaths through your nose and out through your mouth, focusing on filling your abdomen with air. ### Know When to Seek Medical Attention While most cases of nausea and vomiting are self-limiting and resolve on their own with home remedies, there are instances where medical attention is warranted. Seek urgent medical care if you experience any of the following symptoms: - Persistent vomiting lasting more than 24 hours - Severe dehydration, indicated by dark urine, dry mouth, or dizziness - Blood in vomit or stool - Signs of [abdominal pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/ "abdominal pain"), such as severe cramping or tenderness - Nausea or vomiting that is accompanied by a high temperature that persists - Confusion, lethargy, or fainting spells - You have experienced recent trauma to the head Nausea and vomiting are common symptoms from various causes, ranging from benign to more serious. 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The following are some common [pediatric emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergencies/ "pediatric emergencies") as well as factors that help distinguish what can be treated at home versus things that require immediate medical attention. ### When to go to your local 24-hour Emergency Room #### A new temperature over 100.4 degrees (38C) There are many reasons why a child might have a high temperature. Whatever the cause may be, a temperature of 100.4 degrees F (38C) or higher means the child should be taken to the [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room") immediately. This is especially true if the temperature is accompanied by some of the symptoms listed below such as diarrhea, vomiting, or the presence of a rash. #### Vomiting and Diarrhea A stomach bug is usually the most common cause of vomiting and diarrhea. While most of the time this can be managed at home with plenty of fluids and rest, there are some situations where this is not the case: - If your child has experienced multiple vomiting and/or diarrhea episodes over a short period (i.e. vomiting four times in 24 hours) - If your child is unable to hold down any fluids - If your child has a high temperature with vomiting and diarrhea A trip to the emergency room should be made as [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration") becomes a huge concern. #### Head injuries All head injuries should be taken seriously, even if there is no visible bleeding. Any witnessed head injury where a child passes out or there is loss of consciousness means urgent medical attention is needed. When a head injury occurs, you should also pay special attention to symptoms such as vomiting, complaints of headaches or, blurry vision for at least two to three days following the event. The effects of a head injury can sometimes take a few days to become obvious. #### A new or spreading rash It is notoriously difficult to figure out whether a rash is non-urgent or life-threatening. However, the following should prompt an urgent trip to the emergency room: - A rash that comes on suddenly. - A rash that doesn’t fade with pressure, such as when a glass cup is gently pressed on it. - A rash that is associated with any of the following: high temperature, vomiting, lethargy, diarrhea, or painful joints. With the sudden spike in the number of children’s measles cases, it is helpful to be aware of rashes that begin as red spots on the face and slowly spread downward to the neck, abdomen, arms, legs, and feet. If you believe your child has been exposed to measles or has measles themselves, call your nearest emergency room immediately. #### Inability to drink or swallow fluids An inability to swallow fluids may stem from an extremely [sore throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/ "sore throat") that makes drinking water uncomfortable and painful for your child. However, due to the risk of dehydration, treat this as a medical emergency and go to the nearest emergency room immediately. This is particularly true if they have not had any fluids for a long period and have not been passing urine. #### Special cases – Babies and children under the age of 2 The situations mentioned above apply to all children. However, when it comes to cases involving children under the age of two, a very low threshold for going to the emergency room should be kept. At the very first sign that something is wrong or out of the ordinary, parents with sick or unwell babies should seek medical advice immediately, without delay. ### General rules to bring your child to the emergency room The following are general signs and symptoms that require urgent care under the supervision of medical doctors. - Unusual shortness of breath. Whether it is an allergic reaction, asthma attack, or other cause, a child experiencing any difficulty breathing is a medical emergency. - A child that is unwell and shows symptoms of lethargy and listlessness in addition to any of the symptoms mentioned above, should be seen by a doctor urgently. If something feels wrong, trust your gut and get it checked out right away. 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Seasonal allergies are sometimes called “hay [fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "fever")” or seasonal allergic rhinitis. As mentioned above, the symptoms tend to occur during certain times of the year (between February and early summer) when trees, grasses, and weeds release pollen into the air. ## What are the symptoms of seasonal allergies? Seasonal allergies cause a cluster of allergic symptoms that includes one or more of the following: - Sneezing and coughing - Runny eyes - Watery and itchy nose - Congestion - Post nasal drip (drainage in the throat) The severity of your symptoms will depend on some factors, such as the strength of your body’s reaction to pollen. ## How to tell the difference between seasonal allergies and a common cold? The following are a few ways to help differentiate between seasonal allergies and a cold: - Seasonal allergies usually last longer than a week or two, while colds tend to resolve much faster. - Seasonal allergies have a recurring cycle. It might be seasonal allergies if you notice that you suffer from a runny nose and cough around the same time every year. ## How to treat seasonal allergies If your allergies are mild, some steps can be taken to minimize the impact of symptoms. This includes: - Stay indoors on dry, windy days to avoid exposure to allergens (things that trigger your symptoms). This increases the amount of pollen in the air. - Avoid activities such as lawn mowing and other gardening chores. - Keep indoor air clean by using an air filter. - Over-the-counter medications, such as antihistamines and decongestants, may provide relief. ## When to see your doctor If you are still unsure about whether you have seasonal allergies, you can make an appointment to see your doctor for a formal diagnosis. They can carry out an allergy test to help pinpoint what your specific allergies are. ## When are allergies a medical emergency? Occasionally, seasonal allergies do not require an immediate trip to the [emergency department](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency department"). However, if you are experiencing one or more of the following, then urgent help should be sought right away: - Difficulty breathing - Swollen tongue - Rash or hives that may spread throughout the body - Feeling light-headed or dizzy Seasonal allergies are a common condition that many adults and children experience. If you are unsure about your allergy status or need help determining if your symptoms are seasonal, speak to your doctor. #### References - - - **Categories:** Health & Wellness --- ### [Things To Keep In Mind In The Moment Of Emergency](https://lifesaverser.com/things-to-keep-in-mind-in-the-moment-of-emergency/) **Published:** September 23, 2019 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Medical emergencies are uncalled for and they can cause some serious havoc in someone’s life if not handled properly. If you know how to act in the moment of emergency, then you can actually save someone’s life. Whether it is fainting, seizures, [choking](https://lifesaverser.com/the-right-steps-to-take-if-someone-is-choking/ "choking"), bleeding or accidents can occur at any time, anywhere. Whether it is at the street, grocery or anyplace, you must be ready for the worst. If you really know what to do, then it can give you more confidence to act very quickly and calmly. The question remains whether what should one do to be \[prepared better for emergencies. *Here are the things to keep in mind in the moment of emergency:* **Act Calm:** Panicking is the most dangerous when there is an emergency. It is so because it would only put the life of someone in more danger than before. So you need to be in your senses and must know about the next step. The person you must be tending will also fee somewhat relaxed and will not be worried. It will make that person a little less stressed about the situation and the end result will be that no one is going to panic. **CPR:** When a person is suffering through an emergency situation, there is this procedure where the person has to press up and down the chest. It is going to give them the succession of the rescue breaths for restoring the spontaneous blood circulation. It can also bring back breathing in certain cases of cardiac arrest. If not, then the person has to be rushed to a **[24-hour emergency clinic in Houston.](https://lifesaverser.com/)** **Try to make the person comfortable:** Move the person in a place that is away from the heat. Pour some water on the skin of the person, if he or she is sweating too much. Offer them the water to drink and make them feel as comfortable as you can. In case the person is having a seizure, avoid putting something in the mouth of the person. Also, try and maintain a distance as they might unknowingly hurt you. Be in there sight till the moment you reach the hospital so that they know that they are not alone and do not lose heart. **Gather all the information on the victim:** If there is an accident that took place near you, it is sure that you need to take them to an emergency center**.** Ask the victim, if he or she is conscious of whether what are their blood groups if they are suffering through any health condition or not. Enquire about any problem like allergy, [hypertension](https://lifesaverser.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/ "hypertension") or the number where you can call their family or friend. These details are going to help the medical professionals treating the patient. **Remain focused on the situation:** You have to be confident, and you need to act quickly. Count to ten if you feel panicked and try to relax. You need to tell yourself that you can handle the situation. Do not let the victim get panic. Be calm and search for the **[ER near me ](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us-emergency-and-urgent-care-77064/)**on your phone and call the ambulance as soon as possible. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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The patients need to feel whether they can trust the pediatrician or not. *You need to take these following tips to choose the pediatrician for your child:* **Do the research:** One of the best ways to start searching for the pediatrician is by doing thorough research. Thorough research means going through all your family and friends. When you are gathering your choices make sure you do take in some important factors which are the location of the office, office hours and [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/facility-childrens-emergency-and-urgent-care-houston/). Make sure that the doctor is accepting your health [insurance](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/ "insurance") and there are new patients visiting the doctor. Take references, if you want to as the doctor cannot refuse it. **Check the credentials and experience:** A pediatrician who has completed the training in pediatrics by taking the care of infants and children is called a pediatrician. Many pediatricians become board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics after completing their residency. You must also know how much experience the particular pediatrician has. Does the doctor have worked in private practice or have a practice of working in groups? Is he or she working in urgent care, hospitals or **Pediatric [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room") in Houston**? Take all the points into consideration while you are going to choose the best pediatrician for your child. **Payment and insurance:** Before you are scheduling the appointment with a pediatrician, make sure that the staff there ensures that the office accepts your current insurance. If you are not carrying any insurance or the office is not accepting your insurance plan, then you must immediately confirm whether what are going to b the expenses. You must also confirm all the other expenses like a laboratory, co-payments and other possible expenses with the insurance company. **Make sure you are up to date with current practices:** Health care and medicine practices change very rapidly and it is important for the pediatrician he stays with the most recent research. In the past, it was one was told to the parent to swab the umbilical cord stump with alcohol with every diaper change. The new studies have been showing that this practice might delay the natural healing process. But the current practice suggests keeping the area as dry a possible. It is said to use clean water and dry it using a clean cloth. This is why it is very important to choose a pediatrician who is up to date with the recent practices. **See how the pediatrician interacts with your newborn:** Pay attention carefully to how the doctor is interacting with your child when you are visiting him for the first time. The pediatrician is going to develop a special bond with your child and it is going to be comfortable for you as well as your child. After learning all this about the pediatrician you are going to be more comfortable in making a decision whether you want to go with the pediatrician or not. You must know that you do want to hesitate in sharing the concerns as every pediatrician understands and support the decisions that you make throughout your child’s development. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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We are introducing to CPR with this article and in which conditions you must give CPR to a person, here are a few emergency conditions: **Unconsciousness** First and the foremost thing to do is that you must try to wake up the person. If the unconscious person does not wake up then check for the pulse and the breathing of the person. Just to let you know no matter where ever you are in the world in case of an emergency you can search for help by searching **“**[emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/)**“, on the internet**. Do not panic, every city or place has facilities and hospitals that attend the people in case of emergency. But make sure till the time an ambulance does not reach you must begin by providing basic care like performing a CPR if needed. **Breathing problems** If someone has a problem in breathing or has limited breathing then you may need to perform CPR on the person. **Sudden collapse** Check for the pulse and the breathing of the unconscious person **No pulse** If you cannot feel the pulse then it means that the heart has stopped working **Injuries due to electrocution** If you know that a person has an electrical injury then do not touch the person. First, try to kill the source of the power or simply remove the victim for the electrical contact. Just be sure that you are not using something that conducts electricity. It is best to use a stick or a broom. **Drugs, drowning, exposure to inhalants or smoke** Check the pulse rate and the breathing of the person. Injuries of this kind might need a variety or a combination of chest compressions and rescue breathing. Who knows you will be able to help someone in need. Not just the medical practitioners but even regular people must know how to conduct a CPR. Here are the few steps to conduct a CPR like a professional. CPR can increase the chances of a person to survive a cardiac arrest. If a person isn’t breathing then his or her heartbeat will eventually stop. Run a few CPR tests like rescue breaths and chest compressions which will help get oxygen into the body and also help with the circulation. **Position your hand** Do make sure that the person is lying on his back and on a totally firm surface. Just kneel beside him and then place the heel of your hand on the center of the chest. **Interlock Fingers** Keep your arms straight and cover the first hand with the heel of your other hand and then interlock the fingers of both the hands together. Keep the fingers raised so that you do not touch the patient of your chest or the rib cage. **Give chest compressions** Lean forward so that your shoulders are directly over the chest of the patient and then press down on the chest about 2 inches. Release the pressure but not from your hands and just let the chest comes back up. You must repeat to give compressions about 30 times at a rate of 100 compressions every minute. **Open the airway** Move closely to the patient’s head. Tilt the head of the patient and lift his chin to open the airway again. Let the mouth open slightly. **Give rescue breaths** Pinch the nostrils closed with the hand that was on the forehead earlier. Support the chin of the patient. Take a normal breath, now put your mouth over the mouth of the patient and now blow until you can see the chest of the patient rise. **Watch chest fall** Remove your mouth from the patient and look along the chest. Repeat steps five and six once. Make sure that your child memorizes the steps of the CPR plus the other steps too. **Keep repeating the chest compressions and rescue breaths** You have to repeat the steps of the process by placing your hands on the chest of the person. Repeat the cycle of 30 chest compressions which must be followed by 2 rescue breaths. Continue the entire cycle time and again. **When to stop CPR** It will depend on the signs and symptoms that the person going through a heart attack is showing. If you are giving CPR to a person and you see the obvious signs of aging like breathing and movement then immediately stop giving CPR. For the social welfare and the greater good now emergency rooms, hospitals and clinics give free CPR classes to the people so as to make capable of helping someone in need of urgent need. Lifesavers, a *[24-hour emergency room in Houston, TX ](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/)*organizes free CPR classes once in a week. This is just one example, there are innumerable other emergency rooms in and around Houston that provide free CPR classes for children. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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Illnesses from viruses or bacteria can be prevented or treated. A dynamic approach is the most effective way to keep children healthy. There are many health care facilities which work in collaboration to address any health concerns for children and their family. Life Saver’s ER in Houston, Texas specializes in [pediatric emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergencies/ "pediatric emergencies"). When an emergency arises, parents need an [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room") they can trust. Life Savers Emergency Room is a trusted source of medical treatment for adult and children of all ages. Emergency transpiration is provided and there is a no waiting period to be seen. *Some of reasons to visit a pediatrician include:* - Specialized training which cannot be substituted by other healthcare professionals. - Their primary focus is on children and their well being. - A pediatrician prevents the spreading of infectious diseases by establishing a regimen of vaccinations and antibiotics A pediatrician’s experience can: - Mild to severe infections - Mild to severe injuries - Congenital conditions - Genetic conditions - Organ diseases **How does a pediatrician take care of the child?** From the day the child is born, pediatricians are responsible for children and their health. *Some of the services provided:* - Examining the child physically and mentally - Providing vaccinations on a scheduled. - Keeping a regular track of child growth, skills, and behavior. - Diagnosing and treating your child’s health problems like illnesses, infections, injuries, and others. - Documenting and charting developmental milestones, health, nutrition, and physical abilities. - Your pediatrician will refer to the right specialists if a child requires expert care. Preplanning for the health of a child is an important aspect of parenting even during the prenatal stages. Developing a relationship with your pediatrician If your child is facing any problem, take your child to the **[24-hour emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com)**, where their health is the only concern of the pediatric doctors. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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From basic first aid tips to creating an emergency plan for your family, Dr. Foye guides you through essential steps to ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday experience. ## A Life Worth Living Podcast Ep 6: Preparing for the Holidays [https://lifesaverser.com/podcast/ep6\_Holiday\_Episode.mp3](https://lifesaverser.com/podcast/ep6_Holiday_Episode.mp3) Podcast: [Play in new window](https://lifesaverser.com/podcast/ep6_Holiday_Episode.mp3 "Play in new window") | [Download](https://lifesaverser.com/podcast/ep6_Holiday_Episode.mp3 "Download") --- [![Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/listen-on-apple-podcasts-sm.png "Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/preparing-for-the-holidays/id1705788799?i=1000639166673) [![Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/listen-on-spotify-podcasts-sm.png "Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://open.spotify.com/episode/1JiqhTUoxmvQEQJziw3fRU) ### About A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye Podcast Welcome to “A Life Worth Living,” the [podcast](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/ "podcast") that dives deep into the world of healthcare to explore the needs of everyday people. In each episode, we sit down with compassionate and knowledgeable medical professionals who are dedicated to improving the well-being and quality of life for individuals like you and me. Join us as we engage in insightful conversations with doctors, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare experts who are on the front lines of care, working tirelessly to address the challenges and concerns of our daily lives. Through their experiences and expertise, our guests provide valuable insights, practical advice, and empathetic guidance to help you navigate the complex landscape of health and wellness. From managing chronic conditions to promoting mental health, from understanding the latest medical advancements to demystifying common health myths, “A Life Worth Living” covers a wide range of topics that impact us all. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and resources you need to lead a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. Whether you’re seeking answers to your health questions, looking for inspiration to make positive changes, or simply curious about the world of medicine, our podcast is here to inform, inspire, and uplift. Tune in to “A Life Worth Living” and embark on a journey towards better health, one conversation at a time. Because every life is worth living to the fullest. **Categories:** Podcast --- ### [A Life Worth Living Podcast Ep 7: Better Health, Better Self Vol. 1](https://lifesaverser.com/better-health-better-self-1/) **Published:** January 9, 2024 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** It’s a new year and we are here to discuss your new goals of living a healthier life. Discover practical tips, expert insights, and personal stories that inspire positive changes. From nutrition and exercise to mental well-being, we explore holistic approaches to enhance your overall health Dr. Warfield of [Serendipity Lifestyle Spa](https://serendipitylifestylespa.com/). Dr. Warfield shares valuable information to empower you on your journey towards a life filled with vitality and well-being. Tune in to this engaging discussions, evidence-based advice, and the motivation you need to make January the start of your healthiest year yet. #### ABOUT DR. SHARITA WARFIELD Dr. Warfield is a skilled physician with over 25 years of experience. She is a board-certified Emergency Medicine physician, board-certified lifestyle medicine physician, and fellowship-trained in medical toxicology. She was voted one of Houston’s Top 25 Women in 2011, one of Houston’s Top 50 Black Health Medical and Wellness Professionals in 2014, and one of Houston’s Top Emergency Medicine Doctors by the Houstonia Magazine in 2015. Dr. Warfield is deeply passionate about working with and educating people on healthy eating, physical activity, and developing positive lifestyle habits, and strongly believes in improving health from the inside out! 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In each episode, we sit down with compassionate and knowledgeable medical professionals who are dedicated to improving the well-being and quality of life for individuals like you and me. Join us as we engage in insightful conversations with doctors, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare experts who are on the front lines of care, working tirelessly to address the challenges and concerns of our daily lives. Through their experiences and expertise, our guests provide valuable insights, practical advice, and empathetic guidance to help you navigate the complex landscape of health and wellness. From managing chronic conditions to promoting mental health, from understanding the latest medical advancements to demystifying common health myths, “A Life Worth Living” covers a wide range of topics that impact us all. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and resources you need to lead a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. Whether you’re seeking answers to your health questions, looking for inspiration to make positive changes, or simply curious about the world of medicine, our podcast is here to inform, inspire, and uplift. Tune in to “A Life Worth Living” and embark on a journey towards better health, one conversation at a time. Because every life is worth living to the fullest. **Categories:** Podcast --- ### [Emergencies During the Holidays](https://lifesaverser.com/emergencies-during-holidays/) **Published:** December 6, 2023 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** The holidays are about joy, laughter, good food, and spending time with loved ones. But amidst the celebrations, preparing for unexpected emergencies is always helpful. Whether it’s a health concern, a cooking accident, or an unexpected mishap, staying informed and ready can make a significant difference. Here is a brief guide on [dealing with common holiday health emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/). ## Common Holiday Emergencies ### Kitchen Accidents Kitchens are particularly busy during the holidays as meals, treats, and potlucks come together. So, not unexpectedly, there is a greater chance of mishaps like burns from hot pans, cuts from knives, or scalds from boiling water. Protect yourself by wearing oven mitts while handling hot dishes, using appropriate kitchen tools like cutting boards, and using caution around boiling liquids. Lastly, never leave cooking food unattended on the stove or in the oven, no matter how quick you think you’ll be. ### Slips and Falls Slips and falls can happen for various reasons, such as hanging up Christmas decorations or slipping on ice. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in the 2022 holiday season, about 14,800 people were treated in [hospital emergency](https://lifesaverser.com/most-common-reasons-for-why-people-visit-an-emergency-room/) departments due to holiday decorating-related injuries. So be extra careful! Practice safety where possible by taking preventative measures when carrying out potentially risky activities: Wear shoes with good support, get help when decorating hard-to-reach areas, and use a sturdy stepping ladder. Also, keep your home’s hallways and common traffic areas free of clutter and potential tripping hazards. ### Over-Exertion During the holiday season, indulging in wine, beer, cocktails, chocolate, and rich desserts is common. Nevertheless, practicing moderation is key. This means being mindful of both alcohol intake and the portions of unhealthy treats consumed. Keep a check on alcohol consumption and manage dessert portion sizes. ### Allergic Reaction As we spend time mingling with family, friends, and colleagues, trying different types of food and drink is common. This increases the risk of accidentally encountering new triggers such as mold, peanuts, and various food items. While some [allergic reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) are mild and manageable at home, others can pose severe, life-threatening risks. Any allergic reaction should be taken seriously, and emergency help should be sought immediately. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include swelling of the face or tongue, itching, new rash, or difficulty breathing. If this happens, call 911 immediately. ### Health Complications The holidays bring stress or exacerbate existing health conditions. Individuals with pre-existing health conditions such as [diabetes](https://lifesaverser.com/diabetes-basic-facts/ "diabetes") or heart issues should exercise more caution during this festive time. Be mindful of the specific food types, and be sure to take all your routine medications. Keep your medications organized, refill prescriptions beforehand, and have a list of emergency contacts readily available. Ensure you get enough rest, maintain a balanced diet, and limit alcohol intake. ## Tips for Handling Holiday Emergencies - **Plan Ahead:** Your doctor or local pharmacy may have shortened hours during the holiday period, especially in the run-up to Christmas. So, if you have a chronic condition or need medical attention regularly, fill your prescriptions as soon as possible or make an early appointment to see your doctor. - **If an Accident Does Happen:** - Stay calm: In an emergency, staying calm is vital. It helps you think clearly and make informed decisions. - Assess the situation: Evaluate the severity of the situation. Determine if immediate medical attention is necessary. If an accident occurs, recognize when emergency help should be sought. This includes: - Asthma attack - [Allergic reaction](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [Chest pains](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - Breathing difficulties - [Broken bones](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - - Call for Help: Call emergency services for immediate assistance in serious emergencies. Don’t hesitate to ask for help if needed. - [First Aid Knowledge](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/): Basic first aid knowledge can be invaluable. Knowing how to apply pressure to stop bleeding, performing CPR, or helping someone who is [choking](https://lifesaverser.com/the-right-steps-to-take-if-someone-is-choking/ "choking") can save lives. Emergencies don’t take vacations during the festive season. They can happen when least expected. By staying vigilant, practicing safety measures, and knowing when to seek medical help, you can enjoy the festivities with peace of mind. Remember, your health and safety are paramount, so take precautions, stay informed, and be ready to handle any unexpected situation during this wonderful time of the year. #### References - #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Emergency Health, Holidays --- ### [First Aid for Small Cuts and Wounds: What You Need to Know](https://lifesaverser.com/first-aid-for-small-cuts-and-wounds/) **Published:** November 27, 2023 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Accidents happen all the time. Whether it’s a minor cut, a bruise, or a small knee scrape, knowing how to handle these small injuries is a valuable skill to have. It can also make a difference to the well-being of yourself and others. Here is a quick guide on how to best handle small injuries when they occur. ## 1. Determine the Seriousness of the Injury If an injury occurs in your presence, before diving right in with an eagerness to help and your first aid kit in hand, take a moment to pause. Think about the seriousness of the injury that just occurred. Take in the surroundings, the potential mechanism of the injury (e.g. sporting accident, burn, fall, etc.), the location of the injury on the body, and how bad the injury appears to be at a quick glance. The purpose of this is first to consider if more help is needed from those around you or in the form of calling an emergency department or 911. If either of these is true, call for help and assistance immediately. Do this before helping the subject. It means that whatever happens, backup is on the way. As a guide, if the injury potentially involves the following, then immediately seek urgent medical care. - Broken bones - A significant injury to the head, neck, face, or stomach - A significant amount of blood can be seen - The injury involves a dirty or rusty object (this may require a tetanus shot) - The injury is a wound that has an embedded object. If so, do not remove it. Seek medical assistance to avoid causing further damage If the injury does not involve any of these factors and is smaller, then proceed to the next step. ## 2. Stop the Bleeding Start by cleaning your hands and put on a pair of gloves if you have them available. Use a clean cloth, bandage, or tissue to apply gentle pressure on the wound. Elevating the injured area may also help reduce bleeding. ## 3. Cleaning the Wound Once the wound has stopped bleeding, rinse the wound gently with cool, running water to remove dirt and debris. Avoid using harsh chemicals like hydrogen peroxide or alcohol, as they can harm healthy tissue. Although you may be tempted to use an antiseptic like rubbing alcohol or hydrogen peroxide, they may damage surrounding healthy tissue. Most first aid practitioners recommend cleaning surface wounds with a tiny bit of soap and water if required. If there are visible particles in the wound after rinsing, use tweezers cleaned with rubbing alcohol to remove them carefully. Avoid digging too deep or causing additional trauma to the wound. ## 4. Cover the Wound This is where having a good first aid kit really helps. Within all first aid kits are bandages, gauze, and plasters of various sizes that can be used to cover and protect the wound. If you have a first aid kit handy, place a sterile bandage or dressing over the wound. This will keep it clean and free from further contamination. Be sure to not apply the covering too tightly. Any wound dressing should be firm and snug but not cut off circulation. ## 5. Monitor the Wound While most small cuts and wounds can be effectively managed with basic first aid, it’s essential to be vigilant for signs and symptoms indicating the wound is more severe than first thought. This includes: - Excessive Bleeding – Despite putting significant pressure on the wound, the bleeding does not stop or continues after several minutes. - Deep Wounds – Deep, wide, or long cuts may require stitches. This may only become apparent later on. If either of these occurs, be sure to seek medical advice. ## 6. Aftercare Taking good care of the wound after it has been cleaned and bandaged is just as important as ensuring the wound heals properly. Therefore, do the following: - Regularly change the dressing and clean the wound - Look for signs of infection, such as redness, swelling, or pus Handling anything from small cuts to serious wounds involves knowing when basic first aid will be sufficient or when formal medical attention should be sought. Keep a well-equipped first aid kit at home, be sure to keep all your first aid kits well stocked, and stay up to date on your first aid training. This can make a huge difference! #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [24 hour houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** First Aid --- ### [A Life Worth Living Podcast Ep 5: Shattering Stigmas: Embracing Mental Health Conversations](https://lifesaverser.com/shattering-stigmas/) **Published:** November 8, 2023 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** In this episode, Dr. Foye and Dr. Hypolite speak to the, often overlooked world of mental health, shedding light on the struggles that many face in silence. Join us as we unmask the stigma surrounding mental health and embark on a candid conversation about the challenges, triumphs. Discover practical tips for self-care, coping strategies, and resources for mental wellness. Together, we explore the importance of empathy, understanding, and open dialogue in fostering a supportive community for those dealing with mental health issues. **ABOUT DR. IMAN HYPOLITE** ## A Life Worth Living Podcast Ep 5: **Shattering Stigmas: Embracing Mental Health Conversations** Podcast: [Play in new window](https://lifesaverser.com/podcast/ep5-shattering-stigmas.mp3 "Play in new window") | [Download](https://lifesaverser.com/podcast/ep5-shattering-stigmas.mp3 "Download") --- [![Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/listen-on-apple-podcasts-sm.png "Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shattering-stigmas-embracing-mental-health-conversations/id1705788799?i=1000634195837) [![Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/listen-on-spotify-podcasts-sm.png "Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://open.spotify.com/episode/1pZavMefdAAZYBqib2eXM6) ### About A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye Podcast Welcome to “A Life Worth Living,” the [podcast](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/ "podcast") that dives deep into the world of healthcare to explore the needs of everyday people. In each episode, we sit down with compassionate and knowledgeable medical professionals who are dedicated to improving the well-being and quality of life for individuals like you and me. Join us as we engage in insightful conversations with doctors, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare experts who are on the front lines of care, working tirelessly to address the challenges and concerns of our daily lives. Through their experiences and expertise, our guests provide valuable insights, practical advice, and empathetic guidance to help you navigate the complex landscape of health and wellness. From managing chronic conditions to promoting mental health, from understanding the latest medical advancements to demystifying common health myths, “A Life Worth Living” covers a wide range of topics that impact us all. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and resources you need to lead a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. Whether you’re seeking answers to your health questions, looking for inspiration to make positive changes, or simply curious about the world of medicine, our podcast is here to inform, inspire, and uplift. Tune in to “A Life Worth Living” and embark on a journey towards better health, one conversation at a time. Because every life is worth living to the fullest. **Categories:** Podcast --- ### [A Life Worth Living Podcast Ep 4: Cupping Comfort: Embracing Breast Wellness](https://lifesaverser.com/embracing-breast-wellness/) **Published:** October 16, 2023 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** In this deeply informative and empowering episode of A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye we hear a candid conversation with the esteemed Dr. Adeyefa, a leading expert in women’s health and a passionate advocate for breast health awareness. Together, they delve into the critical aspects of breast health, demystifying myths and providing valuable insights for listeners of all ages. ## A Life Worth Living Podcast Ep 4: **Cupping Comfort: Embracing Breast Wellness** Podcast: [Play in new window](https://lifesaverser.com/podcast/ep4-cupping-comfort.mp3 "Play in new window") | [Download](https://lifesaverser.com/podcast/ep4-cupping-comfort.mp3 "Download") --- [![Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/listen-on-apple-podcasts-sm.png "Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cupping-comfort-embracing-breast-wellness/id1705788799?i=1000631763953) [![Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/listen-on-spotify-podcasts-sm.png "Listen to A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Y6DMPk8KOgm7ZIyApAtZQ) Mammogram screening resources: ABOUT DR. MODUPE ADEYEFA [**https://www.houstonmethodist.org/doctor/modupe-adeyefa/**](https://www.houstonmethodist.org/doctor/modupe-adeyefa/) ### About A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye Podcast Welcome to “A Life Worth Living,” the [podcast](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/ "podcast") that dives deep into the world of healthcare to explore the needs of everyday people. In each episode, we sit down with compassionate and knowledgeable medical professionals who are dedicated to improving the well-being and quality of life for individuals like you and me. Join us as we engage in insightful conversations with doctors, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare experts who are on the front lines of care, working tirelessly to address the challenges and concerns of our daily lives. Through their experiences and expertise, our guests provide valuable insights, practical advice, and empathetic guidance to help you navigate the complex landscape of health and wellness. From managing chronic conditions to promoting mental health, from understanding the latest medical advancements to demystifying common health myths, “A Life Worth Living” covers a wide range of topics that impact us all. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and resources you need to lead a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. Whether you’re seeking answers to your health questions, looking for inspiration to make positive changes, or simply curious about the world of medicine, our podcast is here to inform, inspire, and uplift. Tune in to “A Life Worth Living” and embark on a journey towards better health, one conversation at a time. Because every life is worth living to the fullest. **Categories:** Podcast --- ### [Top Reasons to Choose a Freestanding Emergency Room in Houston, Texas](https://lifesaverser.com/top-reasons-to-choose-a-free-standing-er/) **Published:** October 9, 2023 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** Quick and effective medical care is crucial when it comes to your health or a loved one, quick and effective medical care is crucial. In emergencies, knowing you have options for where to seek help is comforting. While traditional hospital-based emergency rooms are familiar to most people, there’s another option gaining popularity – freestanding emergency rooms in Houston, Texas. These standalone emergency facilities offer several advantages that might make them better in certain situations. Freestanding emergency rooms accept walk-in appointments and involve shorter wait times than hospital-based emergency departments. Here are a few reasons you might consider choosing a freestanding emergency room for your medical needs. ## **Faster** Access **to Care** One of the primary benefits of freestanding emergency rooms is the speed at which you can receive medical attention. Unlike hospital-based ERs, which can be crowded and have longer wait times, freestanding ERs often have shorter wait times. Choosing a freestanding ER in Houston means you can receive prompt care when you need it most without the frustration of long delays. ## Convenient **Locations** Freestanding emergency rooms are strategically located in various communities, making them easily accessible to many people. You don’t have to travel far to receive emergency medical care. Whether you’re at home, at work, or on the go, there’s likely a freestanding ER nearby, ensuring that help is always within reach. ## Comprehensive Emergency Services Despite their smaller size compared to traditional hospitals, a [freestanding ER in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) provides a wide range of emergency services. They are equipped to handle a variety of medical conditions, from minor injuries and illnesses to more severe emergencies like chest pain, fractures, and severe infections. You can expect the same level of care you would receive at a hospital-based ER. However, in the event that a more advanced level of care is required, they can also arrange for patients to have direct transfer and admission to an area hospital. ## Shorter Wait Times Nobody wants to spend hours waiting for medical attention during an emergency. Freestanding ERs are designed to minimize wait times so that you can be seen by a healthcare provider more quickly. This can be especially critical when time is of the essence, such as a heart attack or stroke. ## Advanced Technology Freestanding emergency rooms are equipped with state-of-the-art medical technology and diagnostic equipment. This ensures that your condition can be accurately assessed and diagnosed on-site, allowing for timely treatment. Whether you need X-rays, CT scans, or lab tests, these facilities have the tools to provide comprehensive care. ## Dedicated Staff Freestanding ERs have dedicated medical staff, including board-certified emergency physicians, nurses, and support personnel. These professionals specialize in [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care") and are available 24/7 to provide the highest level of medical attention. Their expertise ensures that you receive the appropriate care tailored to your condition. ## Less Crowded Environment Hospital-based emergency rooms can often be crowded and noisy, which can add stress to an already difficult situation. In contrast, freestanding ERs typically have a calmer and more comfortable environment. This can contribute to a less stressful experience for both patients and their families. ## Observation Program In cases where patients need to be monitored for a short period of time before discharge, freestanding ERs may let you stay for a few hours so that they can observe your progress for a few hours. This is to make sure that patients are not discharged prematurely. Choosing the right place to seek emergency medical care is a decision that should not be taken lightly. While traditional hospital-based emergency rooms play a vital role in healthcare, freestanding emergency rooms offer distinct advantages, including faster access to care, convenient locations, comprehensive services, shorter wait times, advanced technology, dedicated staff, and a less crowded environment. These facilities are committed to providing prompt and high-quality emergency care, ensuring you and your loved ones receive the attention you need during critical moments. When it comes to your health and well-being, having the option of a freestanding emergency room can make all the difference. #### References #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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We are proud to support an event that brings together our local heroes and the community,” stated David Fleming, founder of Fleming Law. “Their dedication and sacrifice inspire us, and we are honored to contribute to this noble cause.” ![Battle of the Badges Charity Baseball Game in Houston, Texas 2023](data:image/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg' viewBox%3D'0 0 800 535'%2F%3E "Battle of the Badges Charity Baseball Game in Houston, Texas 2023") Attendees of the game had a one of kind experience with a food truck park, face painting, mascots, a 7th Inning Stretch “Battle of the Branches” — a 4-way tug of war between Army, Navy, Marine Corps, & Air Force, a 50/50 Raffle, and a silent auction. The game was a testament to the unity of purpose and the strength of collective action. First responders, often unsung heroes, were celebrated not only for their bravery but also for their compassion. The event became a platform for the community to express gratitude, forging stronger bonds between the people and those who dedicate their lives to public service. ![Battle of the Badges Charity Baseball Game in Houston, Texas 2023](data:image/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg' viewBox%3D'0 0 800 535'%2F%3E "Battle of the Badges Charity Baseball Game in Houston, Texas 2023") The cheers of the crowd, the crack of the bat, and the laughter of children echoed across the field, creating an atmosphere of sheer joy. Families, friends, and strangers came together, not as individuals, but as one collective heartbeat of a city. The Battle of the Badges Charity Baseball Game demonstrated that when a community unites, incredible things happen. 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Acute bronchitis is more likely to develop in lungs that are damaged or unhealthy from things such as smoking cigarettes or being around damaging fumes. People who smoke are more likely to have longer lasting symptoms. ### **What tests can tell my doctor if I have acute bronchitis?** There are no tests to prove that you have acute bronchitis. An X-ray may be obtained to make sure you don’t have a more serious condition. ### **How is acute bronchitis treated?** Acute bronchitis is caused by viruses, so antibiotics (medicines that kill *bacteria*) are not helpful. Mucous that is colored or thick does not mean antibiotics are necessary. Antibiotics probably won’t help you get better any faster. An inhaler may help in some patients to expand the bronchial tree and ease breathing. Smoking plays a major harmful role in lung function and should be stopped or cut down if you have bronchitis. ### **What special problems can occur with acute bronchitis?** Sometimes the cough from acute bronchitis lasts for several weeks. The cough can even drag on for months. Usually this happens because the bronchial tubes are taking a long time to heal. However, the cough may also be a sign of other problems. Acute bronchitis can be confused with [asthma](https://lifesaverser.com/blog-post/everything-you-need-to-know-about-asthma-and-exercise/). If you continue to wheeze and cough, especially at night or when you are active, you could have mild asthma. If your cough and wheezing problems drag on, your doctor may want you to take some breathing tests to check for asthma. Pneumonia and acute bronchitis can sometimes cause similar symptoms. 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Put your alarm clock (or phone, if you use its alarm to wake up) out of arm’s reach from your bed. This way, you must get out of bed to turn off the alarm. 3. Set a bottle of water by your alarm clock or phone. Take several sips when you turn off your alarm. Adding a little lemon juice to the water may help to wake you. 4. Do not hit the snooze button on your alarm. If this is a real problem for you, set the alarm for the latest time possible, so you trick yourself into thinking you’re in a hurry. 5. Put on your shoes and workout attire when you first get out of bed. 6. Put on headphones and start listening to some energizing music while you eat a light breakfast, such as whole-grain toast with peanut butter. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! 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It’s a disease most commonly caused by viruses but can also be caused by some bacteria and rarely by parasites, antibiotics, and other medications. ### **Common viruses that cause gastroenteritis are** - Rotavirus ### **Most common bacteria that cause this disease are** - Coli - Staphyloccocus - Salmonella - Bacillus - Enteroccoci ### **Regardless of the cause the symptoms are the same** - Diarrhea (Loose watery stools) - Vomiting - Abdominal cramps. ### **Other associated symptoms can be** - [Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "Fever") - Body aches The most serious consequence of gastroenteritis is dehydration caused by large amount of fluid loss in diarrhea and vomiting. This can be a particularly dangerous and even fatal in young children. In fact gastroenteritis is one of the leading causes of death among children under 5 years of age in developing countries. The most common reason is severe [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration") and failure of timely re-hydration therapy. ### **Watch out for signs of dehydration which include** - Extreme thirst - Loss of skin turgor - Dry mouth, lips and eyes - Lethargy - Dizziness - Decreased urine Treatment of gastroenteritis is aimed at prevention of dehydration. As mentioned above the most common cause is viral infection so antibiotics ***will not work*** in such cases. Plenty of oral fluid in take is at the heart of therapy. Oral re-hydration solutions (ORS) which are available over the counter must be consumed to replace electrolytes and minerals. Fruit juices and sports drinks are also helpful. Viral infections mostly resolve on their own within 3-5 days. If however the illness lasts longer and is associated with high grade fever, blood in stools, or severe dehydration then immediate medical attention must be sought. Bacterial or parasitic infections may require antibiotic therapy. Severe dehydration may require admission and intravenous fluid replacement. **Gastroenteritis can be prevented by taking following measures** - Hand washing with soap before eating food and after using toilet - Avoid eating stale or reheated food - Avoid eating undercooked food - Washing fruits and vegetables before eating For young children Rotavirus vaccine is available which gives immunity against the virus and is one of the most important tools in prevention of Rotavirus infection. ### **Seek immediate medical treatment if:** - Symptoms last more than 2 days - Your are unable to keep fluids down - You see blood or mucous in your stool - You vomit red or black material - You have a ever of 101**°**F (38.3**°**C) or greater - You have localized or persistent [abdominal pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/ "abdominal pain") **At Life Savers Emergency Room,** we are [fully equipped to diagnose ](https://lifesaverser.com/facility-childrens-emergency-and-urgent-care-houston/)and treat intestinal infections with our on site pharmacy, laboratory and X-ray department. We have radiology services on call 24/7 as well as surgical specialists on call for your care.\* ### **Stay Healthy, Stay Safe** #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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The glucose is absorbed into the blood and then travels into all the body cells. The pancreas is an organ just next to the stomach that makes a hormone called insulin. Insulin is released by the pancreas help move sugar/glucose from the blood into the cells. The cells keep this glucose for immediate use of energy or store it for later use. ### **What happens when you have diabetes?** Diabetes occurs when the body either does not make enough insulin or does not use insulin properly. This results in sugar that stays in the blood, unable to enter the cells and provide the body with the energy it needs. The high level of sugar in the blood can result in serious injury to the body. ### **What are the types of diabetes?** Three types of diabetes are the most common. ### **Type 1 diabetes** In Type 1 diabetes, the pancreas does not MAKE insulin. Sugar levels become very high as it is unable to enter the cells. This is known as high blood glucose or hyperglycemia. Most often children and young adults get Type 1 diabetes. ### **Type 2 diabetes** In Type 2 diabetes, the pancreas still makes insulin. However, the insulin is not effective. This is also known as insulin resistance. The resulting problem is the same, with high blood glucose or hyperglycemia. People who tend to get Type 2 diabetes are: - Overweight or obese people - People with a family history of diabetes - People who have had a baby with a birth weight over 9lbs - Certain races - African Americans - Hispanics - Asians - Pacific Islanders - Native Americans ### **Diabetes during pregnancy** Pregnant women may develop gestational diabetes due to insufficient insulin production during pregnancy. After delivery of the fetus, gestational diabetes goes away. Unfortunately, some women may develop diabetes after pregnancy. ### **Secondary diabetes** This is when high blood glucose can be a result of other diseases or medications. Some chemotherapy drugs and psychiatric medications can result in this. Steroids can also cause this problem. Secondary diabetes is usually treated with insulin, a sound nutrition plan, and monitoring. This condition usually resolves once the medications are stopped. ### **Symptoms of diabetes include:** - Extreme tiredness - Increased thirst - Weight loss - Blurry vision - Passing water (urinating) often - Cuts or sores that don’t heal well *A person with Type 2 diabetes may have some or none of these symptoms.* ### **Diagnosing Diabetes** Blood glucose tests are the main way to learn if you have diabetes. Normal glucose level is 70-99 mg/dL after fasting. After eating, blood glucose can be high but rarely over 200mg/dl. The American Diabetes Association lists the following ways to tell if a person has diabetes: - A person has symptoms of diabetes and a high blood glucose level (200 or higher) on a blood glucose test. - A person has a fasting blood glucose level of 126 or higher. For a fasting blood glucose test, the person does not eat or drink for at least 8 hours before blood is taken. - A person has a blood glucose level of 200 or higher after drinking a special sugar solution. This test is called an oral glucose tolerance test. - A person has an A1c level of 6.5% or higher (this test shows the estimated average blood glucose level over the past 2-3 months). *Your[ doctor](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) may repeat a test to confirm a diagnosis of diabetes unless diabetes is clear based on other signs and symptoms.* ### **If You Have Diabetes** If you have diabetes, you should try to get and keep your blood glucose level as close to normal as possible. It’s good to have a blood glucose level between 70 to 130 during the day before eating. At bedtime, the goal is to have blood glucose at 110 to 150. The goal for A1c is less than 7%. Ask your doctor what your personal goals should be. ### **If You are at Risk for Diabetes** Sometimes a person has blood glucose higher than normal, but not high enough to have diabetes. This condition is called impaired fasting glucose or impaired glucose tolerance. The person does not yet have diabetes, but is at risk for getting diabetes. This is sometimes called prediabetes. If you have this condition, ask your doctor what to do about your blood glucose. #### 24 Hour Emergency Room in Houston Each Life Savers [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) location is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston Emergeny Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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The doctor will start by taking a medical history and carrying out a routine examination. Depending on the suspected cause of the dental pain they might recommend a specific course of treatment. - For swelling or infection -They might prescribe an anti-inflammatory medication or antibiotic. In many cases, we often look for an [ER near me](https://lifesaverser.com/) for dental emergencies. - For a broken tooth or orofacial trauma – Pain medication may be prescribed as well as a referral to a specialist if necessary. - Severe tooth pain – Sometimes, regular over-the-counter pain relief simply doesn’t relieve tooth pain. After helping to determine the cause of the pain the doctor may prescribe a stronger medication. This can be taken for a short period until a proper treatment plan is put in place with your dentist. - For mouth sores or other dental issues – Treatment will depend on the specific cause of the pain. ## When a dental emergency can be dealt with by your regular dentist The following are examples of situations that are not emergencies or life-threatening. These situations may still require quick treatment within the next few days by your regular dentist. They do not require immediate, urgent care - Minor dental pain as your only symptom - If you have had a dental operation (ie. tooth extraction) less than 24 hours before experiencing pain - Broken or chipped tooth Dental emergencies can be scary events so if in doubt speak to your dentist. If they’re not available, then visit your local emergency room to get advice on whether or not to come in. ## Avoiding dental emergencies Most dental issues are avoidable. 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The following is a list of common ear infections and the signs and symptoms to look out for when deciding to go to the ER. ## Inner Ear The inner ear is the innermost part of the ear and is mainly responsible for sound detection and balance. Infections of the inner ear include viral illnesses that can cause issues with balance and hearing. Inner ear infections can happen if you catch a cold or have the flu. ## Symptoms of inner ear conditions - Vertigo (a sensation that things around you are moving or spinning) - Dizziness - Nausea - Feeling of being unbalanced - Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) - Reduced hearing Because some of these symptoms may be caused by head injuries, if the ear pain is accompanied by a recent history of head trauma, seek urgent help right away from nearby Emergency Room. ## Middle Ear The middle ear is a small part of the ear just inside the eardrum. Middle ear infections are more common in young children and usually show up as ear pain and [fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "fever"). ## Symptoms of middle ear conditions - Fever - Earache (ranging from mild to severe) - Babies with middle ear infections may cry and tug at their ears. - A congested feeling in the ears. It may be accompanied by trouble hearing. - Discharge from the ear ## When to go to the emergency department for an ear infection If the earache is caused by a virus, the infection usually improves on its own. However, because it is not immediately obvious what the type of infection may be, seek urgent care if you notice one or more of the following: - Ongoing pain in the ear with or without fever. - When pain does not get better after a few days or gets worse as time goes on. - Inflammation behind or around the ear. - Loss of hearing or difficulty hearing in one or both ears. - Pus or discharge from an ear, especially if it’s thick, yellow, bloody, or foul-smelling. - Ringing in the ear that is getting worse or hasn’t gotten better in the past few days. - If there is an object stuck in the ear, common in young children. ## Babies and Toddlers Babies and toddlers are more susceptible to ear infections and we often need to look for near by emergency room for ear infection. Therefore, a lower threshold for taking them to see a doctor should be maintained. This is particularly true if ear pain is associated with a temperature. Babies under 6 months should be seen by a doctor immediately. ## Treatment of Ear Infections Depending on the cause and the patient’s age, treatment may involve eardrops, antibiotics or over-the-counter pain relief. Many earaches tend to go away without treatment but use the symptoms above as a guide to determine whether you should go to the [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room"). ### References - [https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24240-inner-ear-infection-otitis-interna](https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24240-inner-ear-infection-otitis-interna#:~:text=Inner%20Ear%20Infection%20) - ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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At the moment, what we know about the 2022-2023 flu season is that it might be a difficult one. Additionally, there is also the recurring issue of strep throat. Strep throat or streptococcus pneumonia is a bacterial infection of the respiratory system. ## Symptoms of the Flu and Strep Throat The flu usually presents with one or more of these symptoms: - [Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "Fever") - [Sore throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/ "Sore throat") - Cough - Fatigue - Body aches Symptoms of strep throat may include one or more of these symptoms: - [Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "Fever") - Sore throat (this can start very quickly) - Pain when swallowing - Red and swollen tonsils, sometimes with white spots or streaks of pus - Tiny, red spots on the roof of the mouth - Swollen lymph nodes in the front of the neck ## Is it the Flu or Strep Throat? A doctor can determine what type of illness you have by asking about symptoms and doing a physical exam. If needed, your doctor may suggest a diagnostic test for either strep throat or the flu. ## Managing the Flu or Strep Throat **Strep throat –** If you or your child has signs or symptoms of strep throat, see your doctor for prompt testing and treatment. Antibiotics may be prescribed to help relive symptoms and prevent any future complications, particularly in children. Flu** – Most adults who develop the flu will have mild to moderate symptoms that can be managed at home with rest, fluids and over-the-counter medications such as aspirin or Tylenol. Those with more severe symptoms may need to go to their local [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room") for laboratory diagnosis or more advanced treatment options. ## When To Get Emergency Help The most important thing to pay attention to is your symptoms. 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It is very rare in children younger than 3 years old. **Flu virus** – Those at higher risk of developing serious flu-related complications include people 65 years and older and individuals with certain chronic medical conditions (such as asthma, [diabetes](https://lifesaverser.com/diabetes-basic-facts/ "diabetes"), or heart disease), pregnant women and kids under the age of two. ## Steps To Help Keep the Flu and Strep Throat Away - **Get vaccinated against the flu** – we recommend getting vaccinated against the flu as soon as possible. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) September and October are generally good times to get vaccinated. - **Good hand hygiene** – Continue to practice good hand hygiene at home and in other environments like work and school. One of the best ways to protect yourself against strep throat is to wash your hands often. - **Mask wearing** – If gathering in large crowds or crowded places, it is still advisable to wear a face mask. As always, if you believe you have the flu or strep throat stay at home and isolate for a few days. Return to normal activities once symptoms are resolved. ### References - - - [https://www.cdc.gov/flu/symptoms/symptoms.htm#](https://www.cdc.gov/flu/symptoms/symptoms.htm) ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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One such option is as an [iron infusion](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/). ## What is an iron infusion An iron infusion is a procedure that may be recommended by your doctor if you have been diagnosed with iron-deficiency anemia. It may be used as a first treatment option or after other treatments have proven unsuccessful. ## When is an iron infusion needed A large number of people with iron deficiency anemia will have no obvious signs and symptoms of the condition. Unfortunately, iron deficiency anemia tends to creep up slowly on individuals. Slowly enough that the vast majority of people who are iron deficient don’t even realize it. However, if symptoms do appear they may be subtle and present as - Feelings of tiredness - Extreme fatigue - Headache, dizziness or light-headedness - Shortness of breath An iron infusion can be used to help treat iron-deficiency anemia. Although it is not the only treatment option, it is one that your doctor might consider. Especially if one of the following applies: - You can’t take iron by mouth - You can’t absorb iron adequately through the gut - You need to increase iron levels fast for other medical reasons ## How does an iron infusion work An iron infusion is a procedure that usually takes place at a healthcare center. This allows patients who are receiving the infusion to be monitored by clinical staff. During the infusion process, iron is delivered into the body intravenously, meaning it enters the veins via a needle, similar to the way a blood sample is taken. The whole process lasts 3-4 hours and patients will be seated the entire time they receive the infusion. ## How many iron infusions are needed for treatment? You may need to have the infusion carried out a number of times. This will depend on the goals that your doctor has for your treatment and the underlying cause of your iron-deficiency anemia. In most cases, it takes several iron infusions to bring the body’s iron levels up to the appropriate levels. What is “appropriate” for your own situation will depend on many factors and your doctor will be able to speak to you about this. ## How effective is intravenous iron It may take a few weeks after you start the infusion to experience a noticeable difference in how you feel. ## What are the benefits of an iron infusion - An iron infusion is a way to increase the body’s iron levels quickly, this can be extremely useful in certain medical c - The physical benefits of an iron infusion include increased energy and relief of symptoms such as tiredness or fatigue. - For those individuals who also suffer from digestive conditions, an iron infusion that brings your iron levels back to normal can have a positive effect on some digestive symptoms you may be experiencing. ## What are the side effects and complications of an iron infusion According to the Cleveland clinic, side effects of an infusion may include: - Bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet - Dizziness, faintness, or light-headedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position - Gastrointestinal pains, including nausea and cramps If a severe reaction is experienced, this may present as an anaphylaxis reaction. Medical staff will monitor you for any side effects before, during and after the infusion. ## What do I need to do before getting an infusion Treatment with an iron infusion requires the diagnosis of iron-deficiency anemia. This is usually diagnosed on a routine blood test prior to the date of the infusion. Your clinic will give you a list of instructions before the infusion but there no requirements to fast or to stop any normal medications that you take. Tips for the day of the infusion It’s okay to be a little nervous before having the infusion but speak to your doctor or clinic staff about any questions or concerns that you may have. On the day of the infusion: - Wear comfortable clothing - Make sure you’re well hydrated. - Bring your water bottle along - Plan a fun activity that you can do while seated to help you pass the time -a book to read, a [podcast](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/ "podcast") to listen to or just a movie to watch on your phone. ### Reference - ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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Most long-standing back pain can be dealt with by your primary provider but urgent help should be sought if one or more of these apply: - Back pain is unrelenting and not relieved by rest. - Back pain has come on suddenly (ie. within the past few days or hours). - Back pain occurs following a traumatic accident such as a car accident, a fall, a sporting injury, or other physical events. - Back pain that is accompanied by symptoms such as numbness or weakness in the limbs or buttocks - Back pain that is accompanied by loss of control of the bladder or bowel. - Back pain that radiates to the abdomen in front. For individuals with certain medical conditions, back pain may signify a more serious issue. This includes patients with: - A history of cancer - Recent injury or trauma, especially in the elderly - Prolonged use of steroids If back pain falls under one or more of the categories mentioned above, visit your nearest [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room"). ## Management Management of back pain will depend on the exact cause. Temporary management of muscular pain can include - Applying heat for 20 minutes to the affected area, alternating with ice if desired - Continuing to move as much as possible with very low-impact activity - Over-the-counter painkillers Long-term back pain management options should always be discussed with your doctor. ### References - ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! 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Pharyngitis can involve the following parts of the throat: - The back third of the tongue - The soft palate (roof of the mouth) - The tonsils (fleshy tissue that are part of the throat’s immune defenses) ## Causes of a Sore Throat Viruses and bacteria are the most common causes of sore throat. Viral infections such as the common cold, influenza, or mononucleosis are the most common cause of a sore throat. Infections of this type do not respond to antibiotics, and is only necessary to help relieve symptoms. Less commonly, sore throats may be caused by a bacterial infection such as streptococcus and unlike viral infections, bacterial infections do require antibiotics. ## Symptoms of a Sore Throat The main symptom of pharyngitis include the following: - Runny or stuffy nose - Body aches and generally feeling unwell - [Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "Fever") - Dry cough - Hoarseness - Redness of the eyes - If the cause is a virus, children may have diarrhea. Some viruses cause painful sores in and around the mouth, including the lips. - If the cause is bacterial, you may notice swollen glands in the front of the neck and enlarged tonsils with white spots. Nausea, vomiting and [abdominal pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/ "abdominal pain") may also be present. It can be difficult to differentiate between viral and bacterial pharyngitis because they share many symptoms and may look similar on a physical exam by your doctor. ## Diagnosis After reviewing your symptoms, the doctor will ask if there is a possiblity of exposure to someone with [strep throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-and-strep-throat/) or any other infection involving the throat, nose or ears. Your doctor will examine you, paying particular attention to your mouth, throat, nose, ears and the lymph nodes in your neck. If your doctor is certain you have strep throat, he or she may prescribe antibiotics without further testing. If there is any uncertainty, the doctor may want to do a strep test. A rapid strep test may be done in your doctor’s office, takes only a few minutes to do and detects 80% to 90% of all cases of strep throat. If this quick test is negative, but your doctor still believes you might have strep, your doctor will take a sample of your throat fluids for more intensive testing in a laboratory. Results will be available in 24 to 48 hours. ## Management Viral pharyngitis is treated with supportive care, things to make you more comfortable. Antibiotics do not kill viruses. Bacterial pharyngitis caused by strep infection is treated with antibiotics. The following supportive steps can help manage your symptoms. - Getting plenty of rest (either in or out of bed) - Taking ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), acetaminophen (Tylenol) or aspirin (in adults only) to relieve throat pain - Drinking plenty of water to [prevent dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/7-tips-to-help-prevent-dehydration/) - Gargling with warm salty water to ease throat pain - Drinking warm liquids (tea or broth) or cool liquids or eating gelatin desserts or flavored ices to soothe the throat - Using a cool mist vaporizer to relieve throat dryness - Using non-prescription throat lozenges or anesthetic throat sprays ## When To See a Medical Professional Call your doctor promptly if you have a sore throat along with any of the following symptoms or if you have any type of throat discomfort that lasts for more than two weeks. - Painful swallowing that prevents you from drinking water or other clear fluids - Difficulty breathing through your mouth - Noisy breathing or excessive drooling - Fever above 101 degrees Fahrenheit ## Prevention While it’s impossible to prevent all infections, you can help to decrease exposure and spreading: - Wash your hands frequently, especially after blowing your nose or after caring for a child with a sore throat. - If someone in your home has pharyngitis, keep his or her eating utensils and drinking glasses separate from those of other family members. Wash these objects thoroughly in hot, soapy water. - If a toddler with pharyngitis has been chewing or sucking on toys, wash these objects thoroughly in water and disinfectant soap, then rinse well. - Promptly dispose of any dirty tissues from runny noses and sneezes, and then wash your hands. - Do not allow a child with strep throat to return to school or day care until he or she has been taking antibiotics for at least 24 hours and symptoms have improved. ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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Though sleep needs vary from person to person, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends that most adults get between 7 and 9 hours of sleep per night. Overall, when it comes to how much sleep you need and sleep deprivation, listening to your body is very important. Consider how you feel when you wake up –is it refreshed or still tired? The goal is to wake up from sleep feeling alert, energetic, and not fatigued ## Benefits of Sleep It is estimated that we spend approximately one-third of our lives sleeping. Scientists still do not fully understand what happens during the entire process of sleep but we do know that sleep offers many benefits including these ### 1. Sleep removes waste products from the brain Researchers believe that sleep may promote the removal of waste products or toxins from brain cells—something that appears to occur less efficiently when the brain is awake. Essentially, sleep helps to flush out toxins in the brain that build up during waking hours. ### 2. 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Sleep and mental health Chronic exposure to poor sleep quality is associated with mental conditions like depression and anxiety. There is a bidirectional association here meaning that experiencing anxiety and depression usually affects sleep, which in turn impacts our ability to cope with the anxiety and depression. ### 6. Sleeping well can help you maintain or lose weight Numerous studies have associated short sleep — defined as sleeping fewer than 7 hours per night — with a greater risk of weight gain and a higher body mass index (BMI). Sleep is a biological necessity and for the reasons listed above, good sleep plays a key role in our health. Conversely, insufficient sleep and untreated sleep disorders can be detrimental to our health. When thinking about good sleep hygiene remember to: - Have a fixed wake-up time - Follow a nightly routine and keep it consistent - Budget 15 to 30 minutes for winding down - Unplug electronics and dim the lights ### References - - [https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/the-science-of-sleep-understanding-what-happens-when-you-sleep](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/ "When to Go to the ER for a Sore Throat") ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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Studies have shown that having an active lifestyle – socially, mentally, and physically can have a positive effect on your brain and may protect against things like Dementia and Alzheimer’s. Here are a few tips on what you can do to boost your brain power. ## Get moving Exercise is not just for the body. It also benefits the brain. In a study released by the University of British Columbia, researchers found that regular aerobic exercise appears to boost the size of the hippocampus, the brain area involved in verbal memory and learning. Additionally, other studies have found that the parts of the brain responsible for thinking and memory have greater volume in people who exercise compared to those who don’t. So how much [exercise do you need](https://lifesaverser.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-asthma-and-exercise/)? The recommendation is to get at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic [physical activity](https://lifesaverser.com/nutrition-physical-activity-and-obesity/) a week to improve your physical fitness. This is a lofty goal that not all of us can reach but the point is to strive for something close. Whether your movement takes the form of walking, spending an hour in the garden, swimming a few laps, or taking up a salsa class, any movement is better than none. Regular exercise can make a huge difference in how your body and brain function. ## Get some sleep Researchers believe that sleep may promote the removal of waste products or toxins from brain cells—something that appears to occur less efficiently when the brain is awake. Essentially, sleep helps to flush out toxins in the brain that build up during waking hours. ## Fruits, veggies, and the A-C-E Vitamins About three-fourths of the US population has a diet that is low in vegetables, fruits, and dairy products. That means that most of us are missing out on important nutrients for healthy skin, good eyesight, and boosting our brain and immune system. Increasing your consumption of fruits and vegetables can go a long way toward helping you meet your daily required intake of things like Vitamins A, C, and E. ## Omega-3 fatty acids The human body is capable of producing all the fatty acids it needs, except for two: linoleic acid (LA), an omega-6 fatty acid, and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an omega-3 fatty acid. And as it turns out these are pretty important. Whole books have been written about the hundreds of functions that Omega 3 and Omega 6 carry out to help our body run smoothly. One of the most important is that Omega-3 may help prevent dementia. People who eat more fish (which is high in omega- 3\) tend to have a slower decline in brain function in old age. ## Learn a new skill, hobby, or language Learning is a lifelong pursuit and whether you’re picking up a new hobby or skill, keeping the brain engaged and alert. When you learn a new skill, important changes take place in your brain, including the creation of new connections between your neurons. This is called neuroplasticity and as we age, it’s a great thing to build upon. New skills can be anything from learning how to knit or paint to dancing. The path to good brain health and function is neither wild nor exotic. It’s just one that requires good, basic healthy habits such as eating right, getting [enough sleep](https://lifesaverser.com/are-you-getting-enough-sleep/), and making sure you exercise. ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. Do not hesitate to call us today or stop by one of our [houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) locations: [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), or [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/). **Categories:** Health & Wellness --- ### [When To Go to the ER for a Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) **Published:** June 9, 2023 **Author:** Life Savers ER Houston, TX **Content:** A fever is defined as a temporary rise in the body’s temperature that is usually caused by an infection. A fever is thought to be a certain type of immune response where the body tries to fight off a foreign organism. For most children and adults, a fever may be uncomfortable but it is usually not a cause for concern. However, there are a few red flags or symptoms to look out for that can turn a fever into a potential emergency. ## What is a fever? - For adults, a fever is when your temperature is higher than 100.4°F. - For kids, a fever is when their temperature is higher than 100.4°F (measured rectally); 99.5°F (measured orally); or 99°F (measured under the arm). ## What can cause a fever? Fever in adults, children, and newborns should be addressed slightly differently due to the way our bodies respond to infections. Adults are better able to tolerate infections while children and newborns have more difficulty. That is why the threshold for seeking medical help is significantly lower in children and newborns than in adults. ## Adults Common causes of fever in adults are chest infections, colds, and stomach bugs. Infections can also be caused when bacteria invade different organs such as the kidneys, bladder, or skin. If a fever is accompanied by one or more of the following items then urgent medical care should be sought: - A fever following a recent head injury or trauma to the head - A fever alongside a migraine or severe headache - Difficulty breathing - [Chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - A fever accompanied by confusion, dizziness, or nausea - A fever that has lasted for more than 3 days If you experience a fever alongside one or more of these issues, seek [urgent medical care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/). ## Children/Toddlers (Older than 12 months) Children and toddlers may have a fever for similar reasons to those experienced by adults such as a stomach bug, the flu, or a chest infection. Urgent medical attention should be sought if a fever is associated with one or more of these symptoms in a child - They are not eating or drinking as normal (or are drinking very small amounts of fluids) - For toddlers if they have no wet nappies over an 8-10 hour period - They are lethargic or irritable - They have developed a new rash on the body - They have diarrhea or have been vomiting - The fever has lasted more than 12-24 hours without breaking ## Newborn (younger than 2 months) A newborn with a temperature of 100.4 degrees F (38C) or higher should be taken to the emergency room immediately. You do not need to wait for the presence of any other symptoms before getting medical help. Newborns cannot self-regulate their body temperature so even a low-grade fever can get out of control quickly. Furthermore, [dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "dehydration") is also a cause for concern. ## Diagnosis and treatment in the emergency room After arrival at the [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/most-common-reasons-for-why-people-visit-an-emergency-room/), doctors will quickly asses you or your child to help determine the cause of the fever. They will take a medical history and perform any relevant tests such as blood tests, xrays, or scans. Once a diagnosis is determined, prompt treatment will be started and supportive care given if needed. ### **References** - - ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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When combined with the [summer heat](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-the-heat-summer-emergencies/), alcohol intake can quickly lead to dehydration. To help avoid this, make a point of drinking water or other non-alcoholic beverages alongside alcoholic ones. ## Pace yourself Do not drink too much, too quickly. It’s easy to lose track of how much alcohol you’ve consumed over a short period of time and it can be tempting to indulge in multiple alcoholic beverages when socializing. However, excessive alcohol intake can impair your judgment and put you at risk. By pacing yourself, you’re less likely to consume too much alcohol. ## Choose lighter alcoholic options Opt for lighter alcoholic beverages such as light beers, wine spritzers, or low-alcohol cocktails. These choices still give you the ability to consume alcohol but without overwhelming your body in the manner that high-alcoholic content drinks can. ## Eat before drinking Consuming a substantial meal before consuming alcoholic beverages will go a long way towards slowing down the absorption of alcohol into your bloodstream. Additionally, eating food can help balance your blood sugar levels and reduce the likelihood of feeling lightheaded or dizzy. ## Know your limits ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/alcohol-tolerance.jpg "Life Savers Emergency Room") Everyone’s tolerance for alcohol is different. By now you’re likely aware of how much alcohol you can consume safely. With that in mind, keep aware of how close you are to your limit. Listen to your body. If you start feeling unwell or intoxicated, slow down or stop drinking altogether. ## Designate a sober driver If you’re attending a summer gathering where alcohol is served, plan ahead and designate a sober driver. If that’s not possible, arrange for an alternative transportation option home. There is really no safe amount of alcohol to consume before getting behind the wheel of a car. Any alcohol intake can impair your ability to drive safely. ## Look out for signs of dehydration In hot weather, [it’s easy to become dehydrated](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) without even realizing it. Keep an eye out for symptoms such as dizziness, rapid heartbeat, dry mouth, or decreased urination. If you experience any of these signs, take a break, drink water, and seek shade. Remember, enjoying alcoholic beverages in the hot summer weather should be a pleasurable experience, but it is essential to prioritize your safety and well-being. By following these tips, staying hydrated, and practicing moderation, you can ensure a fun and safe summer season. ### Emergency in Houston? [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com) is equipped to handle life threatening conditions quickly. Your emergency or concern is our priority! Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is your [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) for immediate definite care. 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When parts of the body are exposed to low temperatures for long periods, blood vessels constrict to help restrict blood flow and protect an individual’s core temperature. This combination of cold temperature and restricted blood flow can freeze the tissue, causing permanent damage. Most often, this freezing occurs on the outermost extremities of the body, such as on fingers and toes. Following frost, nerve damage can occur due to loss of oxygen, and a person can lose all feeling/sensation in the frostbitten areas. If such a condition occurs, then you must run down to the nearest **24 hour [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care").** One of the most common secondary injuries to frostbite is an infection of affected areas, as people can become cut without feeling it, and fails to keep the area adequately disinfected. ### **The Most Common Symptoms To Spot Frostbite Are:** - A burning or tingling sensation. - Complete or partial numbness. - Intense burning pain. - Discoloration of the affected area of the skin. It is seen in some cases that gangrene occurs if blood vessels become severely damaged, and in a few other situations, amputation is obligatory. ### **How to treat Mild Frostbite** - **Drink warm liquids** You should drink hot beverages that will help you keep warm from inside, including coffee, tea, or soup. Make sure to avoid alcohol until to get better. - **Rewarm the affected area** Rewarming the frostbitten area will provide you relief from the pain. To do so, you can soak the affected area in warm water (37 to 40C). You can check the temperature of the water using a thermometer; if it isn’t available, you can test it by an uninjured hand. If it feels bearable, not very hot, then rewarm the affected area in it for 30 minutes. - **Stay away from the cold** If you get frostbite, then try to stay warm and away from cold. Keep yourself warm inside as well as outside the home. Don’t let the affected area get in contact with cold water and try not to break the blisters caused by frostbite. - **Check for hypothermia** If you suspect hypothermia, get medical help as soon as possible. Symptoms and signs of developing hypothermia include drowsiness, muscle weakness, intense shivering, nausea, and dizziness. ### **Ways to Prevent Frostbite** One of the easiest and effective ways to avoid frostbite is not to get exposed to extremely low temperatures. If you have to go outside and get exposed to cold, then make sure to dress up in layers and protect yourself from getting cold. It would be best if you also put protective lotions and creams to protect your skin from frostbite. ### **The Bottom Line** As with most medical conditions, prevention is the most effective way of fighting Frostbite. Keep yourself warm during the cold to stay away from possible complications from Frostbite that includes nerve damage and infection. 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Together, we’ll delve into the pillars of personal health, unraveling the interconnectedness of physical, mental, and emotional well-being. With practical strategies and empowering guidance, Dr. Thompson empowers listeners to take proactive steps towards reclaiming their wellness and embracing a life of abundance. **ABOUT DR. THOMPSON** **Instagram:** **Facebook:** Devoted to providing a fully integrated approach to health and wellness, Dr. Marcel Thompson is pleased to offer a number of highly personalized services to Women, Men, and Couples alike at [Venus Restorative Health and Wellness Center](https://venuscenters.com/) in Houston, TX. Dr. Thompson treats individuals throughout the Greater Houston area and addresses a range of concerns, including general wellness, sexual health, and hormonal imbalances. 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In each episode, we sit down with compassionate and knowledgeable medical professionals who are dedicated to improving the well-being and quality of life for individuals like you and me. Join us as we engage in insightful conversations with doctors, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare experts who are on the front lines of care, working tirelessly to address the challenges and concerns of our daily lives. Through their experiences and expertise, our guests provide valuable insights, practical advice, and empathetic guidance to help you navigate the complex landscape of health and wellness. From managing chronic conditions to promoting mental health, from understanding the latest medical advancements to demystifying common health myths, “A Life Worth Living” covers a wide range of topics that impact us all. Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and resources you need to lead a healthier, happier, and more fulfilling life. Whether you’re seeking answers to your health questions, looking for inspiration to make positive changes, or simply curious about the world of medicine, our podcast is here to inform, inspire, and uplift. Tune in to “A Life Worth Living” and embark on a journey towards better health, one conversation at a time. Because every life is worth living to the fullest. **Categories:** Podcast --- ## Pages ### [Emergency Room in Houston - Life Savers ER - 24/7 No Wait](https://lifesaverser.com/) **Published:** February 7, 2020 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ###### Open 24 Hrs - No Wait Ever # Because Family Can't Wait 100% Care with Zero Wait! #### Get Care Now - Find Your Nearest Location [Visit Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/ "Willowbrook Emergency Room") [Visit Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/ "Visit Heights ER") [Visit Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/ "Visit Summerwood ER") ![](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/lser-hero-section-img-2.png "lser-hero-section-img-2") ## Houston Emergency Room Locations Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency medical services with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve. #### [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) - [**Willowbrook Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? 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Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston Emergency Room Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Youth Sports Physicals](https://lifesaverser.com/sports-physicals/) - [Free CPR Classes](https://lifesaverser.com/cpr-classes/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ## Emergency Services in Houston When You’re Family is First. We Are Ready. **When you need emergency services, choose Life Savers Emergency Room in Houston, TX, where patient care always comes first.** Knowing where to turn is critical in moments of urgent medical need. Life Savers ER offers 24/7, *No-Wait* comprehensive emergency care. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Foye Ikyaator, our freestanding emergency clinic was established to serve the community by reducing wait times commonly associated with hospital ERs and ensuring rapid access to care for all. For those in Houston, TX, searching for an “emergency room near me” or needing urgent medical services, Life Savers ER Houston locations are here for you when you need us. We pledge to provide you and your loved ones with fast, compassionate, and precise medical care, embodying the values of a dedicated healthcare provider. When facing the urgency of a medical crisis or accident, the availability of prompt and skilled treatment is crucial. [![Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/emergency-medical-services.jpg "Emergency Medical Services")](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **Symptoms of an emergency medical issue can escalate quickly and prompt medical attention is crucial to manage your condition effectively and ensure your well-being.** Our emergency room is equipped with the latest in medical technology, including: - An on-site pharmacy, - Comprehensive lab and imaging services such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and ultrasound, - An advanced laboratory for precise diagnostics, - An observation program aimed at delivering cost-effective care with a personal touch, reducing the need for unnecessary hospital stays. Offering services 24/7, our Houston ER locations feature: - A strict No-Wait policy for immediate attention - Board-certified physicians - An on-site COLA Certified Laboratory providing instant results - On-site radiology (X-ray, Ultrasound, CT Scan) with immediate feedback from board-certified radiologists **We are out-of-network for all health benefit plans and locations. We bill all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield.** ## Emergency Medical Services in Houston In times of a medical emergency, choose Life Savers ER for immediate, comprehensive, and caring emergency medical services. **Life Savers ER prides ourselves on our no-wait time policy, allowing for rapid medical evaluation and treatment.** This commitment to accessibility and prompt service is part of our core mission to offer the Houston community high-quality, affordable emergency care in our comprehensive emergency medical facilities, including board-certified doctors and advanced on-site laboratory and diagnostic services, enabling us to manage minor and severe medical emergencies. Life Savers ER is a vital resource for patients who need urgent medical attention. Our facilities offer a broad range of emergency services, including trauma care, pediatric care, and chronic disease management, making us a comprehensive choice for emergency care in Houston. Serving over 80,000 patients since our inception, Life Savers ER has established itself as a cornerstone of emergency medical care in Houston, with three strategically located emergency clinics enhancing our reach within the community. Our active collaboration with local emergency services further underscores our dedication to community health and safety. [![A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/life-worth-living.jpg "A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/) [![Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/stay-out-of-the-er.jpg "Common Medical Emergencies")](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **[Life Savers 24-hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) mission revolves around delivering high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/).** We strive to make each visit as comfortable and seamless as possible, providing a level of care that we would expect for our own families. This philosophy extends to our comprehensive service offering, which includes not just emergency and trauma care but also pediatric care, chronic disease management, and more, ensuring we meet the diverse healthcare needs of our community. Life Savers ER, your premier destination for urgent medical attention and emergency room services, operates around the clock as a freestanding emergency clinic, available 24/7 to provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients of all ages. By fostering a relaxed, modern, and friendly environment, we strive to ease the anxieties often associated with urgent medical attention and emergency room visits, ensuring a positive and reassuring experience for every patient who walks through our doors. At Life Savers ER, our mission is to deliver not only emergency medical care but also peace of mind, knowing that in your moment of need, a team of compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals is ready to serve you. Our values reflect a commitment to the health and well-being of our patients, offering fast, precise, and compassionate care akin to what we would want for our own families. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate & Urgent Medical Attention Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer emergency medical care near me with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent medical attention when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent medical attention when you need us. --- ### [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) **Published:** December 7, 2022 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Houston Summerwood ER - Open 24 Hours Summerwood Emergency Room – Houston’s #1 No-Wait ER - [**Life Savers ER Summerwood**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston, TX 77044 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843f9) *No Wait – Check-in Now* [Check-in Online](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843f9) [Get Directions](https://goo.gl/maps/iQ4XXPvuvreidpfM8) #### Please come directly to the Summerwood ER for your emergency needs. **Call [(281) 937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) with any questions you might have.** ## Summerwood Emergency Room Located off Sam Houston toll road TX-8 Beltway N on West Lake Houston Pkwy directly across from HEB, the Life Savers Summerwood Emergency Room location is open 24 / 7 / 365 in case of any emergency any day, at any hour of the day or night. Our Summerwood [emergency clinic](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency clinic") is unique in that we provide hospital services for patients who are in need with the help of experienced staff and a team of expert board-certified doctors. At Life Savers 24 Hour [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/), we care about you and understand that your health is your most valuable asset. ## Additional 24 Hr Houston ER Locations #### [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) Opened in 2015, the Life Savers [ER Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) is located at the intersection of Hwy 249 (Tomball Parkway) and 1960. - [**Life Savers ER – Willowbrook**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843fc) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) Opened in 2018, the Life Savers [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) is in the Garden Oaks Shopping Center at 3820 N. Shepherd Dr. - [**Life Savers ER – Heights**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843ff) *No Wait – Check-in Now* ## Need Emergency Services in Houston? When You’re Family is First. We Are Ready. #### Why Choose Life Savers Summerwood Emergency Room **Symptoms of an emergency medical issue can escalate quickly and prompt medical attention is crucial to manage your condition effectively and ensure your well-being.** Our emergency room is equipped with the latest in medical technology, including: - An on-site pharmacy, - Comprehensive lab and imaging services such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and ultrasound, - An advanced laboratory for precise diagnostics, - An observation program aimed at delivering cost-effective care with a personal touch, reducing the need for unnecessary hospital stays. Offering services 24/7, our Houston ER locations feature: - A strict No-Wait policy for immediate attention - Board-certified physicians - An on-site COLA Certified Laboratory providing instant results - On-site radiology (X-ray, Ultrasound, CT Scan) with immediate feedback from board-certified radiologists [![Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/emergency-medical-services.jpg "Emergency Medical Services")](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **When you need emergency services, choose Life Savers Emergency Room in Houston, TX, where patient care always comes first.** Knowing where to turn is critical in moments of urgent medical need. Life Savers ER offers 24/7, *No-Wait* comprehensive emergency care. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Foye Ikyaator, our freestanding emergency clinic was established to serve the community by reducing wait times commonly associated with hospital ERs and ensuring rapid access to care for all. For those in Houston, TX, searching for an “emergency room near me” or needing urgent medical services, Life Savers ER Houston locations are here for you when you need us. We pledge to provide you and your loved ones with fast, compassionate, and precise medical care, embodying the values of a dedicated healthcare provider. When facing the urgency of a medical crisis or accident, the availability of prompt and skilled treatment is crucial. **We accept all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare.** ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Services Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston Emergency Room Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Youth Sports Physicals](https://lifesaverser.com/sports-physicals/) - [Free CPR Classes](https://lifesaverser.com/cpr-classes/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer urgent care near me with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent care when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent care when you need us. ## Emergency Medical Services in Houston In times of a medical emergency, choose Life Savers ER for immediate, comprehensive, and caring emergency medical services. **Life Savers ER prides ourselves on our no-wait time policy, allowing for rapid medical evaluation and treatment.** This commitment to accessibility and prompt service is part of our core mission to offer the Houston community high-quality, affordable emergency care in our comprehensive emergency medical facilities, including board-certified doctors and advanced on-site laboratory and diagnostic services, enabling us to manage minor and severe medical emergencies. Life Savers ER is a vital resource for patients who need urgent care. Our facilities offer a broad range of emergency services, including trauma care, pediatric care, and chronic disease management, making us a comprehensive choice for emergency care in Houston. Serving over 80,000 patients since our inception, Life Savers ER has established itself as a cornerstone of emergency medical care in Houston, with three strategically located emergency clinics enhancing our reach within the community. Our active collaboration with local emergency services further underscores our dedication to community health and safety. [![A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/life-worth-living.jpg "A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/) [![Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/stay-out-of-the-er.jpg "Common Medical Emergencies")](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **[Life Savers 24-hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) mission revolves around delivering high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/).** We strive to make each visit as comfortable and seamless as possible, providing a level of care that we would expect for our own families. This philosophy extends to our comprehensive service offering, which includes not just emergency and trauma care but also pediatric care, chronic disease management, and more, ensuring we meet the diverse healthcare needs of our community. Life Savers ER, your premier destination for urgent care and emergency room services, operates around the clock as a freestanding emergency clinic, available 24/7 to provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients of all ages. By fostering a relaxed, modern, and friendly environment, we strive to ease the anxieties often associated with urgent care and emergency room visits, ensuring a positive and reassuring experience for every patient who walks through our doors. At Life Savers ER, our mission is to deliver not only emergency medical care but also peace of mind, knowing that in your moment of need, a team of compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals is ready to serve you. Our values reflect a commitment to the health and well-being of our patients, offering fast, precise, and compassionate care akin to what we would want for our own families. [Follow on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/lifesaversersummerwood) --- ### [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) **Published:** December 7, 2022 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Houston Heights ER - Open 24 Hours Heights Emergency Room – Houston’s #1 No-Wait ER - [**Life Savers ER – Heights**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? 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At Life Savers 24 Hour [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), we care about you and understand that your health is your most valuable asset. ## Additional 24 Hr Houston ER Locations #### [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) Opened in 2015, the Life Savers [ER Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) is located at the intersection of Hwy 249 (Tomball Parkway) and 1960. - [**Life Savers ER – Willowbrook**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? 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We Are Ready. #### Why Choose Life Savers Heights Emergency Room **Symptoms of an emergency medical issue can escalate quickly and prompt medical attention is crucial to manage your condition effectively and ensure your well-being.** Our emergency room is equipped with the latest in medical technology, including: - An on-site pharmacy, - Comprehensive lab and imaging services such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and ultrasound, - An advanced laboratory for precise diagnostics, - An observation program aimed at delivering cost-effective care with a personal touch, reducing the need for unnecessary hospital stays. Offering services 24/7, our Houston ER locations feature: - A strict No-Wait policy for immediate attention - Board-certified physicians - An on-site COLA Certified Laboratory providing instant results - On-site radiology (X-ray, Ultrasound, CT Scan) with immediate feedback from board-certified radiologists [![Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/emergency-medical-services.jpg "Emergency Medical Services")](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **When you need emergency services, choose Life Savers Emergency Room in Houston, TX, where patient care always comes first.** Knowing where to turn is critical in moments of urgent medical need. Life Savers ER offers 24/7, *No-Wait* comprehensive emergency care. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Foye Ikyaator, our freestanding emergency clinic was established to serve the community by reducing wait times commonly associated with hospital ERs and ensuring rapid access to care for all. For those in Houston, TX, searching for an “emergency room near me” or needing urgent medical services, Life Savers ER Houston locations are here for you when you need us. We pledge to provide you and your loved ones with fast, compassionate, and precise medical care, embodying the values of a dedicated healthcare provider. When facing the urgency of a medical crisis or accident, the availability of prompt and skilled treatment is crucial. **We accept all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare.** ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Services Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston Emergency Room Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Youth Sports Physicals](https://lifesaverser.com/sports-physicals/) - [Free CPR Classes](https://lifesaverser.com/cpr-classes/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer urgent care near me with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent care when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent care when you need us. ## Emergency Medical Services in Houston In times of a medical emergency, choose Life Savers ER for immediate, comprehensive, and caring emergency medical services. **Life Savers ER prides ourselves on our no-wait time policy, allowing for rapid medical evaluation and treatment.** This commitment to accessibility and prompt service is part of our core mission to offer the Houston community high-quality, affordable emergency care in our comprehensive emergency medical facilities, including board-certified doctors and advanced on-site laboratory and diagnostic services, enabling us to manage minor and severe medical emergencies. Life Savers ER is a vital resource for patients who need urgent care. Our facilities offer a broad range of emergency services, including trauma care, pediatric care, and chronic disease management, making us a comprehensive choice for emergency care in Houston. Serving over 80,000 patients since our inception, Life Savers ER has established itself as a cornerstone of emergency medical care in Houston, with three strategically located emergency clinics enhancing our reach within the community. Our active collaboration with local emergency services further underscores our dedication to community health and safety. [![A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/life-worth-living.jpg "A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/) [![Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/stay-out-of-the-er.jpg "Common Medical Emergencies")](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **[Life Savers 24-hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) mission revolves around delivering high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/).** We strive to make each visit as comfortable and seamless as possible, providing a level of care that we would expect for our own families. This philosophy extends to our comprehensive service offering, which includes not just emergency and trauma care but also pediatric care, chronic disease management, and more, ensuring we meet the diverse healthcare needs of our community. Life Savers ER, your premier destination for urgent care and emergency room services, operates around the clock as a freestanding emergency clinic, available 24/7 to provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients of all ages. By fostering a relaxed, modern, and friendly environment, we strive to ease the anxieties often associated with urgent care and emergency room visits, ensuring a positive and reassuring experience for every patient who walks through our doors. At Life Savers ER, our mission is to deliver not only emergency medical care but also peace of mind, knowing that in your moment of need, a team of compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals is ready to serve you. Our values reflect a commitment to the health and well-being of our patients, offering fast, precise, and compassionate care akin to what we would want for our own families. [Follow on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/lifesaverserheights) --- ### [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) **Published:** December 7, 2022 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Houston Willowbrook ER - Open 24 Hours Willowbrook Emergency Room – Houston’s #1 No-Wait ER - [**Life Savers ER – Willowbrook**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? 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At Life Savers 24 Hour [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), we care about you and understand that your health is your most valuable asset. ## Additional 24 Hr Houston ER Locations #### [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) Opened in 2018, the Life Savers [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) is in the Garden Oaks Shopping Center at 3820 N. Shepherd Dr. - [**Life Savers ER – Heights**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? 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We Are Ready. #### Why Choose Life Savers Willowbrook Emergency Room **Symptoms of an emergency medical issue can escalate quickly and prompt medical attention is crucial to manage your condition effectively and ensure your well-being.** Our emergency room is equipped with the latest in medical technology, including: - An on-site pharmacy, - Comprehensive lab and imaging services such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and ultrasound, - An advanced laboratory for precise diagnostics, - An observation program aimed at delivering cost-effective care with a personal touch, reducing the need for unnecessary hospital stays. Offering services 24/7, our Houston ER locations feature: - A strict No-Wait policy for immediate attention - Board-certified physicians - An on-site COLA Certified Laboratory providing instant results - On-site radiology (X-ray, Ultrasound, CT Scan) with immediate feedback from board-certified radiologists [![Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/emergency-medical-services.jpg "Emergency Medical Services")](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **When you need emergency services, choose Life Savers Emergency Room in Houston, TX, where patient care always comes first.** Knowing where to turn is critical in moments of urgent medical need. Life Savers ER offers 24/7, *No-Wait* comprehensive emergency care. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Foye Ikyaator, our freestanding emergency clinic was established to serve the community by reducing wait times commonly associated with hospital ERs and ensuring rapid access to care for all. For those in Houston, TX, searching for an “emergency room near me” or needing urgent medical services, Life Savers ER Houston locations are here for you when you need us. We pledge to provide you and your loved ones with fast, compassionate, and precise medical care, embodying the values of a dedicated healthcare provider. When facing the urgency of a medical crisis or accident, the availability of prompt and skilled treatment is crucial. **We accept all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare.** ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Services Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston Emergency Room Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Youth Sports Physicals](https://lifesaverser.com/sports-physicals/) - [Free CPR Classes](https://lifesaverser.com/cpr-classes/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer urgent care near me with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent care when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent care when you need us. ## Emergency Medical Services in Houston In times of a medical emergency, choose Life Savers ER for immediate, comprehensive, and caring emergency medical services. **Life Savers ER prides ourselves on our no-wait time policy, allowing for rapid medical evaluation and treatment.** This commitment to accessibility and prompt service is part of our core mission to offer the Houston community high-quality, affordable emergency care in our comprehensive emergency medical facilities, including board-certified doctors and advanced on-site laboratory and diagnostic services, enabling us to manage minor and severe medical emergencies. Life Savers ER is a vital resource for patients who need urgent care. Our facilities offer a broad range of emergency services, including trauma care, pediatric care, and chronic disease management, making us a comprehensive choice for emergency care in Houston. Serving over 80,000 patients since our inception, Life Savers ER has established itself as a cornerstone of emergency medical care in Houston, with three strategically located emergency clinics enhancing our reach within the community. Our active collaboration with local emergency services further underscores our dedication to community health and safety. [![A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/life-worth-living.jpg "A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/) [![Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/stay-out-of-the-er.jpg "Common Medical Emergencies")](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **[Life Savers 24-hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) mission revolves around delivering high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/).** We strive to make each visit as comfortable and seamless as possible, providing a level of care that we would expect for our own families. This philosophy extends to our comprehensive service offering, which includes not just emergency and trauma care but also pediatric care, chronic disease management, and more, ensuring we meet the diverse healthcare needs of our community. Life Savers ER, your premier destination for urgent care and emergency room services, operates around the clock as a freestanding emergency clinic, available 24/7 to provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients of all ages. By fostering a relaxed, modern, and friendly environment, we strive to ease the anxieties often associated with urgent care and emergency room visits, ensuring a positive and reassuring experience for every patient who walks through our doors. At Life Savers ER, our mission is to deliver not only emergency medical care but also peace of mind, knowing that in your moment of need, a team of compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals is ready to serve you. Our values reflect a commitment to the health and well-being of our patients, offering fast, precise, and compassionate care akin to what we would want for our own families. [Follow on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/lifesaverser) --- ### [Youth Sports Physicals](https://lifesaverser.com/sports-physicals/) **Published:** June 20, 2022 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Sports Physical Days at Life Savers ER Dear Parents and Guardians, With summer upon us, now is a popular time for children to get their annual checkups, if they are due for one, or to have their sports/school/camp physicals and paperwork completed. Life Savers Emergency Room is able to see children of all ages for a full physical exam with a Physician Attestation Form Certifying Fitness to Participate if needed. #### Students Receive FREE Water Bottle and Backpack! Every physical exam includes: - A thorough review of your child’s medical records and family history - Check of vital signs, height, and weight - Vision screening - Examination of muscles, bones, and joints - Medication authorization as needed No [insurance](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/ "insurance") is required for the physical, and payment is $20 cash-only. Take advantage of our Sports Physical Day s to ensure your child is ready for the upcoming school year and sports activities. - **July 25th** @ [Summerwood Location](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) *Other dates at Sugar Land Emergency Room* - **Aug 8th** @[ Sugar Land Emergency Room](https://ercaresugarland.com/sports-physicals/) Our friendly and experienced medical team is here to provide thorough and efficient care for your child. We look forward to seeing you and helping your child stay healthy and active! ![Youth Sports Physicals](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/lser-physicals-2025.jpg "Youth Sports Physicals") #### $20 Sports Physical Days at [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) Sports physicals are coming soon to Heights - [**Life Savers ER Heights**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? 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When You’re Family is First. We Are Ready. **In the face of an emergency, choose Life Savers Emergency Room in Houston, TX, where patient care always comes first.** Knowing where to turn is critical in moments of urgent medical need. Life Savers ER offers 24/7, *No-Wait* comprehensive [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care"). Founded in 2015 by Dr. Foye Ikyaator, our freestanding emergency clinic was established to serve the community by reducing wait times commonly associated with hospital ERs and ensuring rapid access to care for all. As you search for an “emergency room near me” or require urgent medical attention in Houston, TX, let Life Savers ER be your first choice. We pledge to provide you and your loved ones with fast, compassionate, and precise medical care, embodying the values of a dedicated healthcare provider. For emergency care that prioritizes your well-being, trust Life Savers ER to deliver when it matters most. 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Our state-of-the-art emergency room features include: - On-Site Pharmacy - Full Lab and Imaging Services: X-rays, CT Scans, MRI, Ultrasound - Advanced Laboratory for precise diagnostics - An observation program designed to provide cost-effective care and personal attention, avoiding unnecessary hospital admissions [Call 281-937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) [Check-in Online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **We accept all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare.** ## Emergency Room Services in Houston In times of medical emergency, choose Life Savers ER for immediate, comprehensive, and caring ER care. **Life Savers ER prides ourselves on our no-wait time policy, allowing for rapid medical evaluation and treatment.** This commitment to accessibility and prompt service is part of our core mission to offer the Houston community high-quality, affordable emergency care in our comprehensive emergency medical facilities, including board-certified doctors and advanced on-site laboratory and diagnostic services, enabling us to manage minor and severe medical emergencies. Life Savers ER is a vital resource for patients who need urgent medical attention. Our facilities offer a broad range of emergency services, including trauma care, pediatric care, and chronic disease management, making us a comprehensive choice for emergency care in Houston. Serving over 80,000 patients since our inception, Life Savers ER has established itself as a cornerstone of emergency medical care in Houston, with three strategically located emergency clinics enhancing our reach within the community. Our active collaboration with local emergency services further underscores our dedication to community health and safety. [![A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/life-worth-living.jpg "A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/) [![Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/stay-out-of-the-er.jpg "Common Medical Emergencies")](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **[Life Savers 24-hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) mission revolves around delivering high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/).** We strive to make each visit as comfortable and seamless as possible, providing a level of care that we would expect for our own families. This philosophy extends to our comprehensive service offering, which includes not just emergency and trauma care but also pediatric care, chronic disease management, and more, ensuring we meet the diverse healthcare needs of our community. Life Savers ER, your premier destination for urgent medical attention and emergency room services, operates around the clock as a freestanding emergency clinic, available 24/7 to provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients of all ages. By fostering a relaxed, modern, and friendly environment, we strive to ease the anxieties often associated with urgent medical attention and emergency room visits, ensuring a positive and reassuring experience for every patient who walks through our doors. At Life Savers ER, our mission is to deliver not only emergency medical care but also peace of mind, knowing that in your moment of need, a team of compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals is ready to serve you. Our values reflect a commitment to the health and well-being of our patients, offering fast, precise, and compassionate care akin to what we would want for our own families. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer urgent medical attention with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent medical attention when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent medical attention when you need us. --- ### [Staying Out of the ER: A Patient’s Guide for Dealing with Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **Published:** December 2, 2022 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ![Dealing with Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/staying-out-of-the-er-cover-200.png "Dealing with Common Medical Emergencies") # Staying Out of the ER: A Patient’s Guide for Dealing with Common Medical Emergencies Written by Dr. Foye Ikyaator, medical director of Life Savers ER, is your guide to everything about the emergency room. ### Get Your Free Copy of *Staying Out of the ER:* #### *A Patient’s Guide for Dealing with Common Medical Emergencies* Enter your name and best email below and we will send you a FREE copy. By providing us with your information you are consenting to the collection and use of your information in accordance with our [Terms of Service](https://lifesaverser.com/term-conditions/) and [Privacy Policy](https://lifesaverser.com/privacy-policy/). ## Get Your Free Copy Today If you have ever wondered whether a trip to the emergency room was necessary for a medical issue, you are not alone. Sometimes it is hard to distinguish which symptoms require a trip to the ER and which do not. Not knowing how to respond or where to turn for help are normal reactions after a medical event occurs. How you react after that initial response can make all the difference. This book includes everything you need to know about the severity of common medical ailments such as: - [Chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "Chest pain") - Stomach issues - Burns - Colds, COVID, and influenza - Allergic Reactions - Kidney Stones - Work-Related Accidents - Falls and Broken Bones - Pediatric Ailments *Staying Out of the ER* will help you identify symptoms for these ailments and when medical advice is needed. This book also covers what to do before you arrive at the [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room"), what to expect once you are there, and what to have on hand at home should a medical event occur. Visiting the ER is the right choice for a serious illness or injury. This book is a great reference to have on hand to help you determine how to treat your illness or injury. ![Dealing with Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/staying-out-of-the-er-cover-400.png "Dealing with Common Medical Emergencies") ### Contents 1. **Introduction……………………………………………..1** 2. **Emergencies by season……………………………2** - **Year-round Emergencies…………………3** Chest Pain Stomach Pain Breathing Difficulties Asthma [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/ "High Blood Pressure") Allergic Reactions And Anaphylaxis Burns Bleeding COVID And Post-COVID Symptoms Falls And Collapse Headaches and Migraines Sexually Transmitted Diseases [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/ "Urinary Tract Infection") Kidney Stones Work Related Emergencies [Auto Accidents](https://lifesaverser.com/auto-accidents/ "Auto Accidents") - **Summer-related emergencies…………….22** Mosquito Bites, Bee Stings And Poison Ivy [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/ "Dehydration") And Heat Stroke Tips To Manage The Summer Heat Broken Bones, Fractures, Strains And Sprains - **Winter and Fall-related emergencies…..26** Cough, Colds, COVID And The Flu [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/ "Bronchitis") - **Spring-related emergencies……………….29** Allergies 3. **Children: A Quick Emergency Guide……………31** - Fevers and Chills - Respiratory disorders - Rashes - Playground injuries - Vomiting and diarrhea - Poisoning from common household items - When to seek urgent medical attention - Special case: Babies and children under the age of 2 Being prepared for a [pediatric emergency](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/ "pediatric emergency") 4. **The Emergency Room: What to Expect…………35** - What Is An Emergency And What’s Not? - The Difference Between The Emergency Room and A Hospital ER - Common Tests And Investigations (i.e. X-Rays, Urine Test, Blood Test, CT Scan) - Things To Know Before You Go To The Emergency Room 5. **The best way to prepare for an emergency…….41** - What a good first aid kit contains - Ten essential medicines to keep at home. 6. **Keeping yourself healthy………………………………44 References 47** --- ### [Payments](https://lifesaverser.com/payments/) **Published:** May 16, 2022 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** # Payments Pay Invoice #### Please check the address on your invoice and select the corresponding location below to make your payment. - [**Life Savers ER – Willowbrook**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 Tomball Pkwy Houston, TX 77064-1011 [Make Payment - Willowbrook](https://lifesaverseme.securepayments.cardpointe.com/pay) - [**Life Savers ER Heights**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018-6408 [Make Payment - Heights](https://lifesavers.securepayments.cardpointe.com/pay) - [**Life Savers ER Summerwood**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston, TX 77044-1452 [Make Payment - Summerwood](https://lifesaverse.securepayments.cardpointe.com/pay) --- ### [Partner with Life Savers ER](https://lifesaverser.com/partners/) **Published:** August 2, 2022 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** # Partner with Life Savers ER Life Savers is not just in the community, but a part of it. Life Savers Emergency Room are proud sponsors of several associations and sports organizations in the community we serve. At Life Savers, we believe that caring for patients should extend to what they love most, family and community. ### Continue Care When It Counts Emergencies are not planned but when they happen we are always open and always ready. Life Savers [Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Emergency Room") partners with urgent cares, medical groups, and specialists to seamlessly coordinate emergent care. See our reviews! We are grateful to all of our current partners! ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/ghhchamber.png "ghhchamber") ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/partnership-lake-houston-logo.png "partnership-lake-houston-logo") ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/the-y-blue-300x271-1.png "the-y-blue-300x271") ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Lutheran-North.png "Lutheran North") ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/waltrip.png "waltrip") #### Drop us a line! We’d love to find a new way to stay connected! Life Savers Emergency Room is open to new partnerships to better serve the community. --- ### [Media](https://lifesaverser.com/media/) **Published:** September 13, 2023 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** # Houston ER Media Life Savers ER in the Media #### Life Savers Emergency Room is proud to be the go-to source for health information by local news outlets in Texas! As your trusted healthcare partner, we are dedicated to informing our community about health-related things. We are thrilled that local news organizations turn to us for reliable and expert insights on medical matters. **For media inquiries please fill out the form below.** [![](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/the-cw39.png "the-cw39")](https://www.click2houston.com/video/news/local/2024/09/04/hpd-and-hfd-facing-off-in-battle-of-the-badges-baseball-game/) [HPD and HFD facing off in ‘Battle of the Badges’ Baseball Game](https://www.click2houston.com/video/news/local/2024/09/04/hpd-and-hfd-facing-off-in-battle-of-the-badges-baseball-game) [![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/logomagzine-1.png "logomagzine-1")](https://themagazineplus.com/2022/12/15/life-savers-emergeency-room-makes-iron-infusions-available-in-all-three-houston-er-locations/) [Life Savers Emergency Room Makes Iron Infusions Available in All Three Houston ER Locations](https://themagazineplus.com/2022/12/15/life-savers-emergeency-room-makes-iron-infusions-available-in-all-three-houston-er-locations/) [![FOX 26 Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/fts-houston-a.png "FOX 26 Houston")](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/syphilis-outbreak-houston-area-seeing-an-alarming-spike-of-cases-in-women) [Syphilis outbreak in Houston-area, women seeing an alarming spike of cases](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/syphilis-outbreak-houston-area-seeing-an-alarming-spike-of-cases-in-women) [![FOX 26 Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/fts-houston-a.png "FOX 26 Houston")](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/youngest-african-american-female-to-own-an-er-opens-another-clinic) [Youngest African-American female to own an ER opens another clinic](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/youngest-african-american-female-to-own-an-er-opens-another-clinic) [![FOX 26 Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/fts-houston-a.png "FOX 26 Houston")](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/staying-safe-as-houston-temperatures-climb-into-the-triple-digits) [Staying safe as Houston temperatures climb into the triple digits](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/staying-safe-as-houston-temperatures-climb-into-the-triple-digits) [![FOX 26 Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/fts-houston-a.png "FOX 26 Houston")](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/examining-aeds-like-the-one-used-on-damar-hamlin) [Doctors say using an AED machine in first 3 minutes of someone collapsing, could increase survival by 70%](https://www.fox26houston.com/news/examining-aeds-like-the-one-used-on-damar-hamlin) [![Spectrum News 1](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/download.png "Spectrum News 1")](https://spectrumlocalnews.com/tx/south-texas-el-paso/news/2023/07/19/houston-declares-syphilis-outbreak-as-numbers-continue-to-spike) [Houston declares syphilis outbreak as numbers continue to spike](https://spectrumlocalnews.com/tx/south-texas-el-paso/news/2023/07/19/houston-declares-syphilis-outbreak-as-numbers-continue-to-spike) [![ABC 13](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/ktrk_logo.png "ABC 13")](https://abc13.com/emergency-room-standalone-doctor-er/1244287/) [Doctor Ikyaator: Charting Her Own Territory](https://abc13.com/emergency-room-standalone-doctor-er/1244287/) [![Cypress Creek Mirror](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/cypress-creek-mirro.png "Cypress Creek Mirror")](http://www.houstonprofilemagazine.com/#!Life-Savers-Emergency-Room-opens-in-northwest-Houston/c1u59/56842d660cf23a10fe3a238d) [Doctor opens stand alone full service emergency room](http://www.houstonprofilemagazine.com/#!Life-Savers-Emergency-Room-opens-in-northwest-Houston/c1u59/56842d660cf23a10fe3a238d) [![Madame Noire](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/MNM.png "Madame Noire")](https://madamenoire.com/611757/pop-mom-how-dr-ikyaator-opened-her-own-freestanding-er-with-a-no-wait-time-policy/) [How Doctor And Mom Foyekemi Ikyaator Opened Her Own Freestanding Emergency Room](https://madamenoire.com/611757/pop-mom-how-dr-ikyaator-opened-her-own-freestanding-er-with-a-no-wait-time-policy/) [![Houston Profile Magazine](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/HPM.png "Houston Profile Magazine")](http://www.houstonprofilemagazine.com/#!31-year-old-Dr-Foyekemi-Ikyaator-opens-a-stand-alone-full-service-emergency-room/c1u59/568c46720cf276c4b01f6d28) [31 year old Dr. Foyekemi Ikyaator opens a stand alone full service emergency room](http://www.houstonprofilemagazine.com/#!31-year-old-Dr-Foyekemi-Ikyaator-opens-a-stand-alone-full-service-emergency-room/c1u59/568c46720cf276c4b01f6d28) [![Hello Beautiful](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/HBM.png "Hello Beautiful")](https://hellobeautiful.com/2839174/dr-foyekemi-ikyaator-jeb-bush-thandie-newton/) [MORNING MINUTE: 31-Year-Old Nigerian Doctor Opens Her Own Emergency Room](https://hellobeautiful.com/2839174/dr-foyekemi-ikyaator-jeb-bush-thandie-newton/) [![Yolanda Adams Morning Show](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Yolanda-adams-ms.png "Yolanda Adams Morning Show")](http://theyolandaadamsmorningshow.com/930501/31-year-old-nigerian-doctor-opens-her-own-emergency-room/) [31-Year-Old Nigerian Doctor Opens Her Own Emergency Room](http://theyolandaadamsmorningshow.com/930501/31-year-old-nigerian-doctor-opens-her-own-emergency-room/) [![Houston Profile Magazine](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/HPM.png "Houston Profile Magazine")](http://www.houstonprofilemagazine.com/#!Life-Savers-Emergency-Room-opens-in-northwest-Houston/c1u59/56842d660cf23a10fe3a238d) [Life Savers Emergency Room opens in northwest Houston](http://www.houstonprofilemagazine.com/#!Life-Savers-Emergency-Room-opens-in-northwest-Houston/c1u59/56842d660cf23a10fe3a238d) [![Houston Profile Magazine](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/HPM.png "Houston Profile Magazine")](http://www.houstonprofilemagazine.com/#!31-year-old-doctor-celebrates-opening-independent-ER/c1u59/569d78f70cf2dd2c1661f75f) [31 year old doctor celebrates opening independent ER](http://www.houstonprofilemagazine.com/#!31-year-old-doctor-celebrates-opening-independent-ER/c1u59/569d78f70cf2dd2c1661f75f) ### Media Request Form [gravityform id=”3″ title=”false” description=”false” ajax=”false”] ### Willowbrook Emergency Room Located at the intersection of Hwy 249 (Tomball Parkway) and 1960. the Life Savers Willowbrook Emergency Room location is open 24 / 7 / 365 in case of any emergency any day, at any hour of the day or night. Our Willowbrook [emergency clinic](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency clinic") is unique in that we provide hospital services for patients who are in need with the help of experienced staff and a team of expert board-certified doctors. At Life Savers 24 Hour [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/), we care about you and understand that your health is your most valuable asset. - ![null](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Group-24-1.png) [Life Savers ER – Willowbrook](#)17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - ![null](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Group-25-1.png) [(281) 937-2800](#) - ![null](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Group-26-1.png) ### Emergency Room in Heights Located in the Garden Oaks Shopping Center at 3820 N. Shepherd Dr., the Life Savers Heights Emergency Room location is open 24 / 7 / 365 in case of any emergency any day, at any hour of the day or night. Our Heights [emergency clinic](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency clinic") is unique in that we provide hospital services for patients who are in need with the help of experienced staff and a team of expert board-certified doctors. At Life Savers 24 Hour [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/), we care about you and understand that your health is your most valuable asset. - ![null](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Group-24-1.png) **Heights Emergency Room**[3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018](https://maps.google.com/maps?ll=29.821596,-95.410438&z=10&t=m&hl=en&gl=US&mapclient=embed&cid=16196651335305353375) - ![null](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Group-25-1.png) [(281) 937-2800](#) - ![null](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Group-26-1.png) ### Summerwood Emergency Room Located off Sam Houston toll road TX-8 Beltway N on West Lake Houston Pkwy directly across from HEB, the Life Savers Summerwood Emergency Room location is open 24 / 7 / 365 in case of any emergency any day, at any hour of the day or night. Our Summerwood [emergency clinic](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency clinic") is unique in that we provide hospital services for patients who are in need with the help of experienced staff and a team of expert board-certified doctors. At Life Savers 24 Hour [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/), we care about you and understand that your health is your most valuable asset. - ![null](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Group-24-1.png) **Life Savers ER – Summerwood**[12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston, TX 77044](https://goo.gl/maps/epMGMBHYo1w3D9fQ7) - ![null](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Group-25-1.png) [(281) 937-2800](#) - ![null](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Group-26-1.png) [Online Check-in](#) --- ### [Houston Emergency Rooms](https://lifesaverser.com/houston/) **Published:** February 29, 2024 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** # 24/7 Emergency Services Life Savers ER, Houston Locations ## Open 24 Hrs – No Wait Ever ### **Convenient Locations** #### [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) The Life Savers ER [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) is located at the intersection of Hwy 249 (Tomball Parkway) and 1960. - [**Willowbrook ER**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 #### [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) The Life Savers [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) is in the Garden Oaks Shopping Center at 3820 N. Shepherd Dr. - [**Heights ER**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 #### [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) The [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) is located off Sam Houston toll road TX-8 Beltway N on West lake Houston parkway directly across from HEB. - [**Summerwood ER**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston, TX 77044 What Makes Us The Preferred Choice of Patients? ![24-hour emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_phone.png "24-hour emergency care") ## 24-Hour Emergency Care With 4 freestanding emergency rooms across the Houston area, each [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) is open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year to provide healthcare whenever you need it the most. ![Immediate Care ER](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_hourglass.png "Immediate Care ER") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Emergencies don’t wait— neither should you! Get the care you need from our [24 hour Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/). ![Board-Certified Emergency Physicians](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_award.png "Board-Certified Emergency Physicians") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Our [emergency physicians in Houston, TX](https://lifesaverser.com/about-us/) are board-certified, so whichever Life Savers ER [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) you choose, you’re always in good hands while you’re in the care of our doctors. ![On-Site Lab and Pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_test.png "On-Site Lab and Pharmacy") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy Our [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) provides onsite [laboratory & diagnostic services](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/). We are fully equipped to take care of all minor and major [medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/). ![Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_happy.png "Houston ER") ## Happy Patients We make sure that every patient who visits a [Life Saver ER](https://lifesaverser.com/) gets treated with all the care. We employ an advanced survey system so all patients who provide an email address will receive a survey to let us know how we did. [See our patient testimonials](https://lifesaverser.com/testimonials/). ## About Life Savers ER Houston Life Savers ER, the leading freestanding emergency room in Houston, was founded in 2015 by Dr. Foye Ikyaator. The clinic was created as an answer to the local community’s need for an emergency room in Houston without the typical long wait times found in other crowded emergency rooms. Since its inception in December 2015, Life Savers ER has provided care to over 10,000 patients, offering urgent care for those in times of need. With four convenient Houston-area ER locations, Life Savers ER serves as a prominent ER for local residents. We actively collaborate with local police, fire departments, and postal service workers, recognizing the importance of their services to our community. At Life Savers 24 hour emergency room, we are a team of health care providers committed to delivering excellent and compassionate care. When it’s time to ask yourself, “What emergency room in Houston is near me?”, you will find one of our four locations will be ready to deliver the urgent care you need. Our physicians, nurses, and staff pride themselves on exceeding each patient’s expectations. Our goal is to provide high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and pediatric emergent and urgent care. We understand what it means to have to visit an Emergency Room and our goal is to make the experience as comfortable and seamless as possible while providing high-quality medical attention. ## Learn More About Our Houston ER Locations Part of primary care is being readily available when you need us. Around the clock, we offer comprehensive, quality, and compassionate medical care at all of our Houston emergency room locations. We strive to provide people of all ages and backgrounds a broad spectrum of valuable services, such as clinical support, primary care, [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care"), pediatric care, trauma services, and chronic disease management. When your family is first, we are ready. ## Our Mission At Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room, Houston, Texas, our mission is to deliver high quality, affordable, and efficient adult and pediatric emergent and urgent care. ## Our Values At Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room, in Houston, Texas, we value on our patients’ health and well-being. We know you deserve fast, compassionate, and precise medical attention. We want to give you the same level of care we would give our loved ones. --- ### [Houston ER Media](https://lifesaverser.com/houston-er-media/) **Published:** May 9, 2018 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** # Houston ER Media Life Savers ER in the Media [![ABC-KTRK](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/ABC-KTRK-cropped-e1458245960477.png "ABC-KTRK-cropped-e1458245960477")](http://abc13.com/health/doctor-ikyaator-charting-her-own-territory/1244287/) [**Doctor Ikyaator: Charting Her Own Territory**](http://abc13.com/health/doctor-ikyaator-charting-her-own-territory/1244287/) [![Yolanda Adams Morning Show](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Yolanda-adams-ms.png "Yolanda-adams-ms")](http://theyolandaadamsmorningshow.com/930501/31-year-old-nigerian-doctor-opens-her-own-emergency-room/) [**31-Year-Old Nigerian Doctor Opens Her Own Emergency Room** ](http://theyolandaadamsmorningshow.com/930501/31-year-old-nigerian-doctor-opens-her-own-emergency-room/) [![Cypress Creek Mirror](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/cypress-creek-mirro.png "Cypress Creek Mirror")](http://www.houstonprofilemagazine.com/#!Life-Savers-Emergency-Room-opens-in-northwest-Houston/c1u59/56842d660cf23a10fe3a238d) [**Doctor opens stand alone full service emergency room**](http://www.houstonprofilemagazine.com/#!Life-Savers-Emergency-Room-opens-in-northwest-Houston/c1u59/56842d660cf23a10fe3a238d) [![Houston Profile Magazine](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/HPM.png "Houston Profile Magazine")](http://www.houstonprofilemagazine.com/#!31-year-old-Dr-Foyekemi-Ikyaator-opens-a-stand-alone-full-service-emergency-room/c1u59/568c46720cf276c4b01f6d28) [**31 year old Dr. Foyekemi Ikyaator opens a stand alone full service emergency room** ](http://www.houstonprofilemagazine.com/#!31-year-old-Dr-Foyekemi-Ikyaator-opens-a-stand-alone-full-service-emergency-room/c1u59/568c46720cf276c4b01f6d28) [![Houston Profile Magazine](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/HPM.png "Houston Profile Magazine")](http://www.houstonprofilemagazine.com/#!Life-Savers-Emergency-Room-opens-in-northwest-Houston/c1u59/56842d660cf23a10fe3a238d) [**Life Savers Emergency Room opens in northwest Houston**](http://www.houstonprofilemagazine.com/#!Life-Savers-Emergency-Room-opens-in-northwest-Houston/c1u59/56842d660cf23a10fe3a238d) [![Houston Profile Magazine](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/HPM.png "Houston Profile Magazine")](http://www.houstonprofilemagazine.com/#!31-year-old-doctor-celebrates-opening-independent-ER/c1u59/569d78f70cf2dd2c1661f75f) [**31 year old doctor celebrates opening independent ER**](http://www.houstonprofilemagazine.com/#!31-year-old-doctor-celebrates-opening-independent-ER/c1u59/569d78f70cf2dd2c1661f75f) [![Madame Noire](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/MNM.png "Madame Noire")](http://madamenoire.com/611757/pop-mom-how-dr-ikyaator-opened-her-own-freestanding-er-with-a-no-wait-time-policy/) [**How Doctor And Mom Foyekemi Ikyaator Opened Her Own Freestanding Emergency Room**](http://madamenoire.com/611757/pop-mom-how-dr-ikyaator-opened-her-own-freestanding-er-with-a-no-wait-time-policy/) [![Hello Beautiful](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/HBM.png "Hello Beautiful")](http://hellobeautiful.com/2016/01/08/dr-foyekemi-ikyaator-jeb-bush-thandie-newton/) [**MORNING MINUTE: 31-Year-Old Nigerian Doctor Opens Her Own Emergency Room**](http://hellobeautiful.com/2016/01/08/dr-foyekemi-ikyaator-jeb-bush-thandie-newton/) #### [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) Since opening in December 2015, Life Savers ER has provided care to over 10,000 patients in their time of need. We have four Houston-area locations. Our Northwest Houston location is located at the intersection of Hwy 249 (Tomball Parkway) and 1960. Always Open, Always Ready. Visit Us Today For Immediate Care. - [**Life Savers ER – Willowbrook**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [(281) 937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) - [Online Check-in](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) #### [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) Our second Houston-area location is in the Garden Oaks Shopping Center at 3820 N. Shepherd Dr., Life Savers provides hospital services for patients who are in need and have developed an observation program that saves patients thousands of dollars in hospital fees while allowing them the comfort of receiving personalized one-on-one care with a team of dedicated health care providers. - [**Life Savers ER – Heights**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 - [(281) 937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) - [Online Check-in](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) --- ### [Houston Blood Drives](https://lifesaverser.com/houston-blood-drives/) **Published:** June 2, 2022 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** # Houston Blood Drives In Partnership with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Texas is in dire need of blood. The nation as a whole is experiencing a blood shortage. South Texas Blood & Tissue, the primary blood bank serving Uvalde, had previously reported that it needed 200 additional donations per day to restore the local blood supply. Life Savers ER will be hosting 3 blood drives during the month of June. Please schedule your donation appointment today. You’re a hero! ? ### **Life Savers ER has partnered with the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center** The Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center *Commit for Life* program is a partnership between you and Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center focused on saving lives. #### [Blood shortage in Texas and nationwide leaves independent banks in dire need.](https://www.texasstandard.org/stories/blood-shortage-in-texas-and-nationwide-leaves-independent-banks-in-dire-need/) For the first time ever, the American Red Cross has declared a [blood shortage crisis](https://www.redcross.org/about-us/news-and-events/press-release/2022/blood-donors-needed-now-as-omicron-intensifies.html) in the United States. The organization is reporting that a significant drop in donations – including a 62% decrease from blood at drives at schools and colleges – has left hospitals with unmet needs. **\* Free Beach Towels for Donors \*** #### **We need your help.** Since the beginning of the ***Commit for Life*** program, our dedicated blood donors have helped save millions of lives, and we could not be more grateful. There is no substitute for blood. It must be voluntarily donated by one person to be given to another. The need for different blood components – like red blood cells, platelets, plasma and source plasma—is constant. Giving on an ongoing basis helps ensure blood components are always available for the patients we serve. About 1,000 donations are needed every day to help save lives in the Texas Gulf Coast region. That is why we encourage individuals to ***Commit for Life*** to help ensure a strong blood supply always is available. #### Sign up for the June 29th Blood Drive at Summerwood Now — [SIGN UP NOW](https://www.commitforlife.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/355577) ## Blood Drives \[ecs-list-events cat=”blood-drive” limit=”8″\] [View Event Calendar](https://lifesaverser.com/events/) ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Clinics #### [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) Opened in 2015, the Life Savers [ER Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) is located at the intersection of Hwy 249 (Tomball Parkway) and 1960. - [**Life Savers ER – Willowbrook**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 [Get Directions](https://lifesaverser.com/houston-er-willowbrook/) #### [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) Opened in 2018, the Life Savers [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) is in the Garden Oaks Shopping Center at 3820 N. Shepherd Dr. - [**Life Savers ER – Heights**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 [Get Directions](https://lifesaverser.com/houston-er-heights/) #### [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) Now Open! [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) is located off Sam Houston toll road TX-8 Beltway N on West lake Houston parkway directly across from HEB. - [**Life Savers ER Summerwood**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston, TX 77044 [Get Directions](https://lifesaverser.com/houston-er-summerwood/) What Makes Us The Preferred Choice of Patients? ![24-hour emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_phone.png "24-hour emergency care") ## 24-Hour Emergency Care With 4 freestanding emergency rooms across the Houston area, each [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) is open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year to provide healthcare whenever you need it the most. ![Immediate Care ER](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_hourglass.png "Immediate Care ER") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Emergencies don’t wait— neither should you! Get the care you need from our [24 hour Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/). ![Board-Certified Emergency Physicians](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_award.png "Board-Certified Emergency Physicians") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Our [emergency physicians in Houston, TX](https://lifesaverser.com/about-us/) are board-certified, so whichever Life Savers ER [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) you choose, you’re always in good hands while you’re in the care of our doctors. ![On-Site Lab and Pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_test.png "On-Site Lab and Pharmacy") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy Our [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) provides onsite [laboratory & diagnostic services](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/). We are fully equipped to take care of all minor and major [medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/). ![Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_happy.png "Houston ER") ## Happy Patients We make sure that every patient who visits a [Life Saver ER](https://lifesaverser.com/) gets treated with all the care. We employ an advanced survey system so all patients who provide an email address will receive a survey to let us know how we did. [See our patient testimonials](https://lifesaverser.com/testimonials/). --- ### [COVID-19 Vaccine](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-19-vaccine/) **Published:** May 20, 2021 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** # COVID-19 VACCINE HOUSTON COVID-19 vaccines are now available. Book Appointment below. ## Moderna and Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines available. ## COVID-19 Vaccines in Houston Vaccines for COVID-19 are available. Book your appointment with our partner Foyé MD today. ### COVID-19 Vaccine Appointment **Free COVID-19 Vaccine:** - Moderna Vaccine / 2 Shots - Johnson & Johnson Vaccine / 1 Shot - See a board-certified physician - Get vaccinated for COVID-19 virus - FDA authorized - Adults 18+ only We have partnered with Foyé MD to deliver COVID-19 vaccines to Houston. [Book COVID-19 Vaccine Appointment](https://service.emedpractice.com/kiosk/appointmentrequest.aspx?.rand=OkhzVyO6mQi) ### Should I get the Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccine? Both the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccine have been approved for use by the FDA. They are available to all adults over the age of 18 and both vaccines provide good safety and efficacy against COVID-19. Deciding between the Moderna or Johnson & Johnson vaccine is mostly a personal choice. However, there are a few points to keep in mind that may make one vaccine slightly more preferable in your own particular case #### Johnson & Johnson - This is a single-dose vaccine. You only need one shot to be fully vaccinated. #### Moderna - This is a two-dose series vaccine. You must receive two shots, separated by at least one month apart to be fully vaccinated. - Women younger than 50 years old should be made aware of the rare risk of blood clots with low platelets after vaccination with Johnson & Johnson. The Moderna vaccine does not have the same documented effects. For these women (where a choice of vaccines is available) there is a preference to have a Moderna vaccination. ### Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 (coronavirus) vaccine Life Savers ER is now offering the Johnson & Johnson (J&J/Janssen) COVID-19 vaccination through our partnership with Foyé MD. The Johnson & Johnson vaccine is one of three COVID-19 vaccines that is currently authorized for use in the United States under Emergency Use Authorization. #### FAQs about the Johnson & Johnson vaccine #### How old do I have to be to get the vaccine? Any adult over the age of 18 is eligible to receive the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. #### How many doses will I need? The Johnson & Johnson vaccine has one great advantage over other vaccines on the market -it is a single dose vaccination. That means if you receive the Johnson & Johnson vaccine, you only need one appointment to have one shot of the vaccination. That’s it. #### Is this vaccine safe? Before any vaccine is released to the general public it must undergo rigorous clinical trials and testing. Vaccines are cleared for use only when they meet FDA safety guidelines and standards. The Johnson & Johnson vaccine (as with the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines) have been granted Emergency Use Authorization by the FDA. #### Who should get this vaccination? - Any adult over the age of 18 that has not yet been vaccinated against COVID-19. - Those who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 in the past should still get vaccinated. - Those who prefer to receive a single-shot vaccination regimen instead of two shots. #### Who should not get this vaccination? - Those who have experienced a severe allergic reaction to any ingredients of this vaccine. The ingredients of the vaccine can be found here: - Women younger than 50 years old should be made aware of the rare risk of blood clots with low platelets after vaccination with Johnson & Johnson. Although the vaccination is still considered safe for women in this age group, women who fall in this category should consider other COVID-19 vaccines where this risk has not been seen. However, it is still important to weigh your own personal risk of going unvaccinated versus the rare risk of this side effect. If in doubt, speak to your doctor. #### How long after receiving the vaccine will I have protection against COVID-19? According to the FDA, people have the most protection 2 weeks after getting the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.= Remember, no vaccine on the market (including the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine) will give anyone 100% protection from catching COVID-19. What the Johnson & Johnson vaccination does, as with the other vaccines, is ensure that if you do get infected with COVID-19 that your risk of ending up in the hospital or dying from the virus is extremely low. The vaccination protects against death and hospitalization. #### Can I be around other people after I get the shot? As mentioned above, it will take 2 weeks after receiving the vaccination to have protection against the virus. After this time you can officially consider yourself ‘fully vaccinated’ against COVID-19. Once you’re fully vaccinated, the CDC guidelines suggest that: - You can resume activities that you did prior to the pandemic. - You can resume activities without wearing a mask or staying 6 feet apart, except where required by federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial laws, rules, and regulations, including local business and workplace guidance. - If you travel in the United States, you do not need to get tested before or after travel or self-quarantine after travel. #### What are the side effects of the vaccination? In clinical trials, side effects were common within 7 days of getting vaccinated but were mostly mild to moderate. Side effects included - Injection site reactions: pain, redness of the skin, and swelling. - General side effects: headache, feeling very tired, muscle aches, nausea, [fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/ "fever"). #### What are the benefits of getting vaccinated? - For most people, getting vaccinated will give them more freedom to visit family, friends and socialize as they did pre-pandemic. - Attending crowded places (ie. sporting facilities, theme parks or movies) is easier to do. - The vaccine has a high efficacy at preventing hospitalization and death in people who do get sick with COVID-19. - Early evidence suggests that the J&J vaccine might provide protection against asymptomatic infection, which is when a person gets infected with COVID-19 but does not get sick. #### Can pregnant and breastfeeding women get the Johnson & Johnson vaccine? - While there have been no specific studies in these groups, there is no contraindication to receiving this vaccination if you fall within this category. However, pregnant or breastfeeding women should discuss vaccinations with their healthcare providers prior to receiving them. **References** - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/different-vaccines/janssen.html - https://www.fda.gov/emergency-preparedness-and-response/mcm-legal-regulatory-and-policy-framework/janssen-covid-19-vaccine-frequently-asked-questions ### Moderna vaccine Life Savers ER will be offering the Moderna COVID-19 vaccination through our partnership with Foyé MD. The Moderna vaccine is one of three COVID-19 vaccines that is currently authorized for use in the United States under Emergency Use Authorization. #### FAQs about the Moderna vaccine #### How old do I have to be to get the vaccine? Any adult over the age of 18 is eligible to receive the Moderna vaccine. #### How many doses will I need? The Moderna vaccine is a two-shot series. That means you need to get one shot, wait at least one month and then receive a second shot. You are not considered “fully vaccinated” until you have received both shots. #### How long do I have to wait before receiving my second shot? The minimum amount of time between the first and second dose should be at least 1 month. #### Can I just get one shot of the Moderna vaccine? The Moderna vaccine has been designed specifically as a two-dose series. That means you need both shots to be fully protected against the COVID-19 virus. A single shot on its own will not provide you with the highest level of protection possible. #### Is this vaccine safe? Before any vaccine is released to the general public it must undergo rigorous clinical trials and testing. Vaccines are cleared for use only when they meet FDA safety guidelines and standards. The Moderna vaccine (as with the Johnson & Johnson and Pfizer vaccines) have been granted Emergency Use Authorization by the FDA. #### What are the side effects of the vaccination? The most commonly reported side effects, which typically last several days, are: pain at the injection site, tiredness, headache, muscle pain, chills, joint pain, swollen lymph nodes in the same arm as the injection, nausea and vomiting, and fever. Additionally, people tended to experience these side effects more commonly after the second dose of the vaccine. #### Who should get this vaccination? - Any adult over the age of 18 that has not yet been vaccinated against COVID-19. - Women younger than 50 years old who are concerned about the rare risk of blood clots associated with Johnson & Johnson vaccine. - Those who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 in the past should still get vaccinated. #### Who should not get this vaccination? - Those who have experienced a severe allergic reaction to any ingredients of this vaccine. The ingredients of the vaccine can be found here: #### How long after receiving the vaccine will I have protection against COVID-19? According to the FDA, people have the most protection 2 weeks after getting the second shot of the Moderna vaccine. Remember, no vaccine on the market (including the Pfizer or Johnson & Johnson vaccine) will give anyone 100% protection from catching COVID-19. What the Moderna vaccination does, as with the other vaccines, is ensure that if you do get infected with COVID-19 that your risk of ending up in the hospital or dying from the virus is extremely low. The vaccination protects against death and hospitalization. #### Can I be around other people after I get the shot? As mentioned above, it will take 2 weeks after receiving the second dose of the vaccination to have full protection against the virus. After this time you can officially consider yourself ‘fully vaccinated’ against COVID-19. Once you’re fully vaccinated, the CDC guidelines suggest that: - You can resume activities that you did prior to the pandemic. - You can resume activities without wearing a mask or staying 6 feet apart, except where required by federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial laws, rules, and regulations, including local business and workplace guidance. - If you travel in the United States, you do not need to get tested before or after travel or self-quarantine after travel. #### What are the benefits of getting vaccinated? - For most people, getting vaccinated will give them more freedom to visit family, friends and socialize as they did pre-pandemic. - Attending crowded places (ie. sporting facilities, theme parks or movies) is easier to do. - The vaccine has a high efficacy at preventing hospitalization and death in people who do get sick with COVID-19. - Early evidence suggests that the J&J vaccine might provide protection against asymptomatic infection, which is when a person gets infected with COVID-19 but does not get sick. #### Can pregnant and breastfeeding women get the Moderna vaccine? While there have been no specific studies in these groups, there is no contraindication to receiving this vaccination if you fall within this category. However, pregnant or breastfeeding women should discuss vaccinations with their healthcare providers prior to receiving them. **References** - https://www.fda.gov/emergency-preparedness-and-response/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/moderna-covid-19-vaccine ## What Patients Are Saying . . . “Excellent. Timely. Professional. Offers such peace of mind with COVID tests.” – Gabriel “I recently visited this location after being turned away at a signature care emergency room that was not accepting walk-ins for COVID testing. Life Savers registered me promptly and I received my results within 20 minutes. The staff was very helpful, polite, and friendly.” – Jessica “Even though it took a while to get results for the molecular COVID test, the overall experience was awesome. I’ve taken two tests so far and this one was the most bearable with very little discomfort. Also, they have very friendly staff. I’ve recommended this ER to 3 different families so far!” – Savannah “Top Notch! Very courteous, friendly and knowledgeable staff and the facility was super clean. I highly recommend the HWY 249 location in Houston,TX!!!” – Scott “I came into the ER feeling scared and unsure. I knew I had something but was praying it wasn’t COVID. The staff was really friendly and positive. They tested for everything just to be sure and checked in on me between the testing. The process was quick and I got my results right away. Thank god it wasn’t COVID. I left there knowing exactly what was wrong and how to treat it. The staff is very knowledgeable and professional. If ever I need the ER again I feel confident in returning to Life Savers ER!” – Ruby “I take the Covid-19 test in Life Save ER. No need to wait in long lines. Save my time. Fast result. Keep the patient safe.” – Ngoctuyen “I went to Life Savers for COVID 19 test and I was in and out quickly. Staff and doctors were outstanding and professional.” – Jose “Great service and efficient with all COVID 19 resources and help.” – Anna “Excellent, fast service for a covid-19 test for my family’s move to Canada.” – Zachary “The visit went well. The doctor and the nurse were both awesome! The young lady that administered the COVID test provided comforting words as she knew that I was a little nervous. I would definitely recommend my family and friends. Thanks.” – Hope “I went in for COVID testing. The staff was very present and the results came back in thirty minutes.” – Venus “Staff was professional and the individual that administered my Covid rest was gentle and caring. It’s already an unpleasant experience and she made it bearable.” – Chrissy \*Terms apply. --- ### [Emergency Room Near Me in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-room-near-me/) **Published:** February 29, 2024 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** # Emergency Room Near Me in Houston Life Savers ER, Houston Locations ## Houston ER – Open 24 Hrs – No Wait Ever ### **Convenient Emergency Room Locations Near Me** #### [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) The Life Savers ER [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) is located at the intersection of Hwy 249 (Tomball Parkway) and 1960. - [**Willowbrook ER**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 #### [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) The Life Savers [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) is in the Garden Oaks Shopping Center at 3820 N. Shepherd Dr. - [**Heights ER**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 #### [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) The [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) is located off Sam Houston toll road TX-8 Beltway N on West lake Houston parkway directly across from HEB. - [**Summerwood ER**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston, TX 77044 What Makes Us The Preferred Choice of Patients? ![24-hour emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_phone.png "24-hour emergency care") ## 24-Hour Emergency Care With 4 freestanding emergency rooms across the Houston area, each [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) is open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year to provide healthcare whenever you need it the most. ![Immediate Care ER](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_hourglass.png "Immediate Care ER") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Emergencies don’t wait— neither should you! Get the care you need from our [24 hour Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/). ![Board-Certified Emergency Physicians](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_award.png "Board-Certified Emergency Physicians") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Our [emergency physicians in Houston, TX](https://lifesaverser.com/about-us/) are board-certified, so whichever Life Savers ER [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) you choose, you’re always in good hands while you’re in the care of our doctors. ![On-Site Lab and Pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_test.png "On-Site Lab and Pharmacy") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy Our [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) provides onsite [laboratory & diagnostic services](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/). We are fully equipped to take care of all minor and major [medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/). ![Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_happy.png "Houston ER") ## Happy Patients We make sure that every patient who visits a [Life Saver ER](https://lifesaverser.com/) gets treated with all the care. We employ an advanced survey system so all patients who provide an email address will receive a survey to let us know how we did. [See our patient testimonials](https://lifesaverser.com/testimonials/). ## About Life Savers ER Houston Life Savers ER, the leading freestanding emergency room in Houston, was founded in 2015 by Dr. Foye Ikyaator. The clinic was created as an answer to the local community’s need for an emergency room in Houston without the typical long wait times found in other crowded emergency rooms. Since its inception in December 2015, Life Savers ER has provided care to over 10,000 patients, offering urgent care for those in times of need. With four convenient Houston-area ER locations, Life Savers ER serves as a prominent ER for local residents. We actively collaborate with local police, fire departments, and postal service workers, recognizing the importance of their services to our community. At Life Savers 24 hour emergency room, we are a team of health care providers committed to delivering excellent and compassionate care. When it’s time to ask yourself, “What emergency room in Houston is near me?”, you will find one of our four locations will be ready to deliver the urgent care you need. Our physicians, nurses, and staff pride themselves on exceeding each patient’s expectations. Our goal is to provide high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and pediatric emergent and urgent care. We understand what it means to have to visit an Emergency Room and our goal is to make the experience as comfortable and seamless as possible while providing high-quality medical attention. ## Learn More About Our Houston ER Locations Part of primary care is being readily available when you need us. Around the clock, we offer comprehensive, quality, and compassionate medical care at all of our Houston emergency room locations. We strive to provide people of all ages and backgrounds a broad spectrum of valuable services, such as clinical support, primary care, [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care"), pediatric care, trauma services, and chronic disease management. When your family is first, we are ready. ## Our Mission At Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room, Houston, Texas, our mission is to deliver high quality, affordable, and efficient adult and pediatric emergent and urgent care. ## Our Values At Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room, in Houston, Texas, we value on our patients’ health and well-being. We know you deserve fast, compassionate, and precise medical attention. We want to give you the same level of care we would give our loved ones. --- ### [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) **Published:** November 4, 2023 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ![medical detox houston](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/medical-detox-houston.jpg "medical detox houston") Life Savers ER offers on-site medical detox for patients recovering from substance use disorders. Our judgment-free facility is staffed by a Board-Certified Physician who will provide individualized care for you in person. After treating the immediate medical needs, we connect patients with our local partner facilities to continue their road of recovery. [Call 281-937-2800 to Speak to Someone Now](tel:281-937-2800) ## Why seek Medically Assisted Detox: Medical supervision is often necessary, especially for individuals addicted to substances with severe withdrawal symptoms, as it helps ensure the safety and well-being of the person undergoing detox. Severe withdrawal symptoms may include seizures, delirium, and hallucinations. Detox during [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care") aims to reduce withdrawal symptoms’ adverse effects, making the experience much more comfortable and safer. After receiving treatment at Life Savers Emergency Room, we facilitate connections with our community partner facilities, initiating the next step of the individual’s recovery path. Following detox, individuals often need further treatment, such as counseling, therapy, and support programs, to address the underlying issues contributing to their addiction and to promote sustained recovery. We are committed to linking individuals and families with the necessary resources to help them achieve their goals. ![medical detox houston](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/medical-detox-houston-3.jpg "medical detox houston") ## What is Medical Detox? Drug detoxification, commonly referred to as drug detox, is the process of allowing the body to rid itself of drugs, alcohol or other substances. It is the first step in the treatment of drug addiction. The primary goal of drug detox is to manage withdrawal symptoms safely and help the individual achieve a drug-free state. [Call 281-937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) [Check-in Online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) ## Symptoms of Withdrawal Alcohol and drug withdrawal symptoms tend to be similar. Symptoms and severity depend on how long an individual is addicted and the type of substances they have been using. ## Physical symptoms for detox include: - Nausea - Sweating - Headaches - Runny nose - Diarrhea - Vomiting - Increased blood pressure - High temperature and chills - Abdominal cramps - Unpleasant dreams - Muscle and bone pain ## Among the psychological symptoms, one may experience the following: - Nausea - Sweating - Diarrhea - Headaches - Vomiting - Increased blood pressure - Runny nose ## About Life Savers ER Houston Life Savers ER, the leading freestanding emergency room in Houston, was founded in 2015 by Dr. Foye Ikyaator. The clinic was created as an answer to the local community’s need for an emergency room in Houston without the typical long wait times found in other crowded emergency rooms. Since its inception in December 2015, Life Savers ER has provided care to over 10,000 patients, offering urgent medical attention for those in times of need. With four convenient Houston-area ER locations, Life Savers ER serves as a prominent ER for local residents. We actively collaborate with local police, fire departments, and postal service workers, recognizing the importance of their services to our community. At [Life Savers 24 hour emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/ "Life Savers 24 hour emergency room"), we are a team of health care providers committed to delivering excellent and compassionate care. When it’s time to ask yourself, “What emergency room in Houston is near me?”, you will find one of our four locations will be ready to deliver the emergency care you need. Our physicians, nurses, and staff pride themselves on exceeding each patient’s expectations. Our goal is to provide high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and pediatric emergent and urgent medical attention. We understand what it means to have to visit an Emergency Room and our goal is to make the experience as comfortable and seamless as possible while providing high-quality medical attention. ## Learn More About Our Houston ER Locations Part of primary care is being readily available when you need us. Around the clock, we offer comprehensive, quality, and compassionate medical care at all of our Houston emergency room locations. We strive to provide people of all ages and backgrounds a broad spectrum of valuable services, such as clinical support, primary care, emergency care, pediatric care, trauma services, and chronic disease management. When your family is first, we are ready. #### Our Values At Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room, in Houston, Texas, we value on our patients’ health and well-being. We know you deserve fast, compassionate, and precise medical attention. We want to give you the same level of care we would give our loved ones. #### Our Mission At Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room, Houston, Texas, our mission is to deliver high quality, affordable, and efficient adult and pediatric emergent and emergency care. [Get Directions](https://goo.gl/maps/GKozneWmDrMs3bPm9) [Follow on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/lifesaverser) Life Savers [24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24 Hour Emergency Room") actively collaborates with community partners to form alliances aimed at aiding individuals dealing with Substance Use Disorders, Mental Health Issues and various emergency-related care needs. Together, we strive to enhance support systems and provide comprehensive assistance for those facing these challenges. --- ### [Testing & Observation](https://lifesaverser.com/testing-observation/) **Published:** May 4, 2020 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** Life Savers ER is a freestanding emergency clinic that is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. As part of the full service that we provide, patients have access to on-site testing facilities and can stay for a period of observation if required. ### **Testing** After taking a medical history your doctor may decide that tests are needed to get a better understanding of your condition. Our clinic is equipped with an in-house laboratory that can provide immediate results. We also have state of the art diagnostic equipment with a specialist radiologist on staff. Testing services including: - Blood tests and routine labs - Xray - CT Scans - Ultrasound scans Our testing facilities are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We aim to get all test results back as soon as possible. This allows doctors to provide a faster diagnosis and guide treatment plans. ### **Observation** In some situations it may be necessary for patients to be monitored for a few hours prior to discharge. This happens in cases such as head trauma accidents, heavy bleeding or for pediatric patients where a few more hours of observation are required. Observation can last anywhere from 2-23 hours. It is carried out to ensure that patients are not discharged too early and that their progress is headed in the right direction. To avoid unnecessary hospital admissions we have developed an observation program that saves patients thousands of dollars in hospital fees while giving them the comfort of still receiving dedicated medical care. #### **Payment** We accept all private [insurance](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/ "insurance") plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare. ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Clinics #### [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) Opened in 2015, the Life Savers [ER Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) is located at the intersection of Hwy 249 (Tomball Parkway) and 1960. - [**Life Savers ER – Willowbrook**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 [Get Directions](https://lifesaverser.com/houston-er-willowbrook/) #### [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) Opened in 2018, the Life Savers [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) is in the Garden Oaks Shopping Center at 3820 N. Shepherd Dr. - [**Life Savers ER – Heights**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 [Get Directions](https://lifesaverser.com/houston-er-heights/) #### [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) Now Open! [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) is located off Sam Houston toll road TX-8 Beltway N on West lake Houston parkway directly across from HEB. - [**Life Savers ER Summerwood**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston, TX 77044 [Get Directions](https://lifesaverser.com/houston-er-summerwood/) What Makes Us The Preferred Choice of Patients? ![24-hour emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_phone.png "24-hour emergency care") ## 24-Hour Emergency Care With 4 freestanding emergency rooms across the Houston area, each [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) is open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year to provide healthcare whenever you need it the most. ![Immediate Care ER](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_hourglass.png "Immediate Care ER") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Emergencies don’t wait— neither should you! Get the care you need from our [24 hour Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/). ![Board-Certified Emergency Physicians](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_award.png "Board-Certified Emergency Physicians") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Our [emergency physicians in Houston, TX](https://lifesaverser.com/about-us/) are board-certified, so whichever Life Savers ER [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) you choose, you’re always in good hands while you’re in the care of our doctors. ![On-Site Lab and Pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_test.png "On-Site Lab and Pharmacy") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy Our [Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) provides onsite [laboratory & diagnostic services](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/). We are fully equipped to take care of all minor and major [medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/). ![Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/icon_happy.png "Houston ER") ## Happy Patients We make sure that every patient who visits a [Life Saver ER](https://lifesaverser.com/) gets treated with all the care. We employ an advanced survey system so all patients who provide an email address will receive a survey to let us know how we did. [See our patient testimonials](https://lifesaverser.com/testimonials/). --- ### [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) **Published:** December 12, 2023 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Are You or a Loved One Having a Behavioral Health Emergency? Life Savers Emergency Room is here to assist you or your loved ones during psychiatric health emergencies, also referred to as mental health crises. Our non-judgmental facility is staffed by a Board-Certified Physician dedicated to delivering personalized care tailored to your unique needs 24 hours a day with no wait. ## What is a Mental Health Emergency Most psychiatric emergencies or mental health crises involve self-harm or suicidal thoughts, but there are other kinds of psychiatric emergencies as well. Patients suffering from delusions or psychotic episodes can experience fear and confusion that is harmful to themselves and others. ![er near me](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/behavioral-health.jpg "Behavioral Health") [Check-in Online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) [Call 281-937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) ## When to Come to the ER If you or a loved one is suffering from one of the following symptoms, it is strongly encouraged to seek immediate treatment. Life Savers [Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Emergency Room") is open 24 hours a day with no wait times and can provide urgent intervention and connect individuals with appropriate mental health resources. It’s essential to seek emergency help if the situation requires immediate attention to ensure safety and well-being and prevent the symptoms from worsening. - **Risk of self-harm.** This can include thoughts and actions taken toward committing suicide, cutting, and other self-harm behaviors. - **Risk of harm to others.** This can include violent outbursts and destroying property, making violent threats, animal abuse, and threatening to kill one or more people. - **Losing touch with reality.** Some examples include experiencing hallucinations and seeing things that are not there, experiencing extreme paranoia, and exhibiting strange and confusing behaviors that indicate thinking problems. - **Drug abuse, overdose, heavy drinking, and other substance abuse that require detox and treatment.** Substance abuse is also treated here at Life Savers ER. Medical supervision is often necessary, especially for individuals addicted to substances with severe withdrawal symptoms, as it helps ensure the safety and well-being of the person undergoing detox. Learn more about Life Savers [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) OR [Call Us Now ](#) ![er near me](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/behavioral-health-2.jpg "Behavioral Health in Houston") ## Anxiety and Depression Anxiety and Depression can have daily impacts on your everyday life and experts typically recommend 2-3 ongoing treatments. Treatments can include therapy, prescription drugs, counseling, meditation, and exercise. Emergent or life-threatening anxiety and depression can be treated here at Life Savers Emergency Room. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/image-413.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## About Life Savers ER Houston Life Savers ER, the leading freestanding emergency room in Houston, was founded in 2015 by Dr. Foye Ikyaator. The clinic was created as an answer to the local community’s need for an emergency room in Houston without the typical long wait times found in other crowded emergency rooms. Since its inception in December 2015, Life Savers ER has provided care to over 10,000 patients, offering urgent medical attention for those in times of need. With four convenient Houston-area ER locations, Life Savers ER serves as a prominent ER for local residents. We actively collaborate with local police, fire departments, and postal service workers, recognizing the importance of their services to our community. At [Life Savers 24 hour emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/ "Life Savers 24 hour emergency room"), we are a team of health care providers committed to delivering excellent and compassionate care. When it’s time to ask yourself, “What emergency room in Houston is near me?”, you will find one of our four locations will be ready to deliver the [emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/ "emergency care") you need. Our physicians, nurses, and staff pride themselves on exceeding each patient’s expectations. Our goal is to provide high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and pediatric emergent and urgent medical attention. We understand what it means to have to visit an Emergency Room and our goal is to make the experience as comfortable and seamless as possible while providing high-quality medical attention. ## Learn More About Our Houston ER Locations Part of primary care is being readily available when you need us. Around the clock, we offer comprehensive, quality, and compassionate medical care at all of our Houston emergency room locations. We strive to provide people of all ages and backgrounds a broad spectrum of valuable services, such as clinical support, primary care, emergency care, pediatric care, trauma services, and chronic disease management. When your family is first, we are ready. #### Our Values At Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room, in Houston, Texas, we value on our patients’ health and well-being. We know you deserve fast, compassionate, and precise medical attention. We want to give you the same level of care we would give our loved ones. #### Our Mission At Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room, Houston, Texas, our mission is to deliver high quality, affordable, and efficient adult and pediatric emergent and urgent medical attention. [Get Direction](https://goo.gl/maps/GKozneWmDrMs3bPm9) [Follow on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/lifesaverser) Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room actively collaborates with community partners to form alliances aimed at aiding individuals dealing with Substance Use Disorders, Mental Health Issues and various emergency-related care needs. Together, we strive to enhance support systems and provide comprehensive assistance for those facing these challenges. --- ### [Convenient Houston Emergency Rooms](https://lifesaverser.com/convenient-houston-emergency-rooms/) **Published:** September 6, 2021 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** #### **Life Savers has convenient 24-hour emergency rooms across the Houston area.** ### Get Directions to our 24-Hour Houston Medical clinics. #### **[Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/)** Since opening in December 2015, Life Savers ER has provided care to over 10,000 patients in their time of need. Our Northwest Houston location is located at the intersection of Hwy 249 (Tomball Parkway) and 1960. - [**Life Savers ER – Willowbrook**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [(281) 937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) #### **[Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/)** Our second Houston-area location is in the Garden Oaks Shopping Center at 3820 N. Shepherd Dr. - [**Life Savers ER Heights**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 - [(281) 937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) #### **[Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/)** #### Opening October 2021 Our third Houston-area location is just off N. Sam Houston Parkway E (8) at 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy, Houston TX 77044. - [**Life Savers ER Summerwood**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston TX 77044 - [(281) 937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) --- ### [Emergency Room in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/mtn/) **Published:** July 16, 2025 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ###### Open 24 Hrs - No Wait Ever # Because Family Can't Wait 100% Care with Zero Wait! #### Get Care Now - Find Your Nearest Location [Visit Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/ "Willowbrook Emergency Room") [Visit Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/ "Visit Heights ER") [Visit Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/ "Visit Summerwood ER") ![](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/lser-hero-section-img-2.png "lser-hero-section-img-2") ## Houston Emergency Room Locations Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency medical services with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve. #### [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) - [**Willowbrook Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843fc) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) - [**Heights Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843ff) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) - [**Summerwood Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston, TX 77044 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843f9) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Sugar Land ER](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) - [**Sugar Land Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) 222 Hwy 6 Sugar Land, TX 77478 - [**281-697-5250**](tel:281-697-5250) *Questions? Call us now.* - **No Wait – Walk-in Now** ## Experiencing a Health Emergency in Houston? 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We Are Ready. **When you need emergency services, choose Life Savers Emergency Room in Houston, TX, where patient care always comes first.** Knowing where to turn is critical in moments of urgent medical need. Life Savers ER offers 24/7, *No-Wait* comprehensive emergency care. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Foye Ikyaator, our freestanding emergency clinic was established to serve the community by reducing wait times commonly associated with hospital ERs and ensuring rapid access to care for all. For those in Houston, TX, searching for an “emergency room near me” or needing urgent medical services, Life Savers ER Houston locations are here for you when you need us. We pledge to provide you and your loved ones with fast, compassionate, and precise medical care, embodying the values of a dedicated healthcare provider. When facing the urgency of a medical crisis or accident, the availability of prompt and skilled treatment is crucial. [![Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/emergency-medical-services.jpg "Emergency Medical Services")](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **Symptoms of an emergency medical issue can escalate quickly and prompt medical attention is crucial to manage your condition effectively and ensure your well-being.** Our emergency room is equipped with the latest in medical technology, including: - An on-site pharmacy, - Comprehensive lab and imaging services such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and ultrasound, - An advanced laboratory for precise diagnostics, - An observation program aimed at delivering cost-effective care with a personal touch, reducing the need for unnecessary hospital stays. Offering services 24/7, our Houston ER locations feature: - A strict No-Wait policy for immediate attention - Board-certified physicians - An on-site COLA Certified Laboratory providing instant results - On-site radiology (X-ray, Ultrasound, CT Scan) with immediate feedback from board-certified radiologists **We are out-of-network for all health benefit plans and locations. We bill all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield.** ## Emergency Medical Services in Houston In times of a medical emergency, choose Life Savers ER for immediate, comprehensive, and caring emergency medical services. **Life Savers ER prides ourselves on our no-wait time policy, allowing for rapid medical evaluation and treatment.** This commitment to accessibility and prompt service is part of our core mission to offer the Houston community high-quality, affordable emergency care in our comprehensive emergency medical facilities, including board-certified doctors and advanced on-site laboratory and diagnostic services, enabling us to manage minor and severe medical emergencies. Life Savers ER is a vital resource for patients who need urgent medical attention. Our facilities offer a broad range of emergency services, including trauma care, pediatric care, and chronic disease management, making us a comprehensive choice for emergency care in Houston. Serving over 80,000 patients since our inception, Life Savers ER has established itself as a cornerstone of emergency medical care in Houston, with three strategically located emergency clinics enhancing our reach within the community. Our active collaboration with local emergency services further underscores our dedication to community health and safety. [![A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/life-worth-living.jpg "A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/) [![Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/stay-out-of-the-er.jpg "Common Medical Emergencies")](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **[Life Savers 24-hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) mission revolves around delivering high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/).** We strive to make each visit as comfortable and seamless as possible, providing a level of care that we would expect for our own families. This philosophy extends to our comprehensive service offering, which includes not just emergency and trauma care but also pediatric care, chronic disease management, and more, ensuring we meet the diverse healthcare needs of our community. Life Savers ER, your premier destination for urgent medical attention and emergency room services, operates around the clock as a freestanding emergency clinic, available 24/7 to provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients of all ages. By fostering a relaxed, modern, and friendly environment, we strive to ease the anxieties often associated with urgent medical attention and emergency room visits, ensuring a positive and reassuring experience for every patient who walks through our doors. At Life Savers ER, our mission is to deliver not only emergency medical care but also peace of mind, knowing that in your moment of need, a team of compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals is ready to serve you. Our values reflect a commitment to the health and well-being of our patients, offering fast, precise, and compassionate care akin to what we would want for our own families. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate & Urgent Medical Attention Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer emergency medical care near me with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent medical attention when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent medical attention when you need us. --- ### [Iron Infusion in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) **Published:** October 20, 2022 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** #### Iron Infusion in Houston # Tired Of Being Tired? Restore Your Iron. Iron infusions raise your iron levels in a single 3 to 4 hour visit, with results you can feel in a matter of weeks. Board-certified physicians, on-site labs, and no referral needed. [Reserve for $50](#reserve) [Check-in Online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) - ![null](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/dot.png) No Wait Time - ![null](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/dot.png) No Referral Needed - ![null](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/dot.png) Open 24/7 - ![null](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/dot.png) 3 Houston Locations ![Iron Infusion in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/iron-infusion-hero-img.jpg "Iron Infusion in Houston") #### Why an Iron Infusion? ## Iron Infusions Now Available At Life Savers ER Locations Iron-deficiency anemia is a common blood disorder that affects how oxygen is delivered to the red blood cells. With this condition, the body is unable to produce enough iron which may result in feelings of tiredness and fatigue. Iron-deficiency anemia can be treated with a number of different methods. One such option is as an iron infusion. - An iron infusion is a way to increase the body’s iron levels quickly, this can be extremely useful in certain medical conditions. - The physical benefits of an iron infusion include increased energy and relief of symptoms such as tiredness or fatigue. - For those individuals who also suffer from digestive conditions, an iron infusion that brings your iron levels back to normal can have a positive effect on some digestive symptoms you may be experiencing. ![Woman donating blood in a clinic chair, IV line in her arm, monitoring screen with vitals in the background as she looks at her phone.](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/why-iron-infusion-img.png "why-iron-infusion-img") ## How It Works Three simple steps from walk-in to feeling better. No referral, no appointment, no waiting room. #### 1 #### Visit a Life Savers ER Location (No Referral Necessary) [Willowbrook](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) [Heights](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) [Summerwood](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) #### 2 #### Check-in via Patient Registration [Open Patient Registration Forms](https://lifesaverser.com/register/)Insurance accepted. Cash-only option is available. #### 3 #### Get Your Iron Infusion IV The whole process lasts 3-4 hours and patients will be seated the entire time they receive the infusion. Recommend a follow-up visit with your primary care in one month. #### Is This You? ## Low Iron Affects More Women Than You Might Think Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutritional shortfalls among women between 35 and 55, and it often develops so gradually that the symptoms get blamed on stress, aging, or a busy schedule. If any of the situations below sound familiar, an iron infusion may restore your energy in a matter of weeks. ### Common reasons women need iron infusions - **Heavy periods or uterine fibroids** that deplete iron faster than diet can replace it - **Postpartum recovery,** when iron demands rise sharply after childbirth - **Preparing for or recovering from surgery,** including cosmetic procedures such as tummy tucks, liposuction, and BBL, where healthy iron levels support healing and recovery - **Digestive conditions** such as celiac disease, Crohn’s disease, or prior bariatric surgery that limit how much iron the body absorbs - **Vegetarian, vegan, or restrictive diets** that provide less absorbable iron - **Oral iron intolerance,** when pills cause stomach upset or simply do not raise your levels ### Signs your iron may be low - Fatigue that sleep does not fix - Shortness of breath during routine activity - Dizziness or light-headedness - Hair thinning and brittle nails - Pale skin or dark circles under the eyes - Restless legs at night - Feeling cold when others are comfortable A simple blood test at any Life Savers ER location can confirm whether low iron is the cause. No referral is needed, and there is no wait to be seen. #### Simple, Upfront Pricing ## Cash-Pay Iron Infusion Packages Starting at $399. No referral, no surprise bill, and no wait time. Choose the package that fits where you are in the process. ### Iron Infusion With Labs For patients needing labs done at our facility ## $699 #### Includes: - CBC and iron studies - MD evaluation - Iron infusion Best choice if you have not had recent bloodwork. [Reserve for $50](#reserve) [Check-in Online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) ### Iron Infusion With Recent Labs For patients with recent lab results ## $399 #### Includes: - MD evaluation - Iron infusion Please bring recent labs (CBC and iron studies) from within the last 2 weeks. [Reserve for $50](#reserve) [Check-in Online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) Cash-pay pricing is available at all Life Savers ER Houston locations. Prefer to use insurance? We accept most major private plans, though coverage for iron infusion depends on your individual plan and its medical-necessity requirements. We will confirm your benefits before treatment. ## Do I Qualify for an Iron Infusion? A provider confirms iron deficiency and decides whether an infusion is appropriate before any treatment. Symptoms alone, or a CBC alone, are not enough to qualify. ## You may be a candidate if: - Age 18 or older - Recent labs confirm iron deficiency or iron-deficiency anemia - Oral iron is not tolerated, has not improved your levels, or IV replacement is clinically appropriate as determined by the provider - Heavy menstrual bleeding, postpartum blood loss or recent surgery may qualify you — the deficiency still has to be confirmed with labs ## A same-day infusion may not be appropriate if: - You are pregnant — iron infusions during pregnancy require fetal monitoring, which we are not set up to provide - There are no recent labs confirming iron deficiency - You have had a serious reaction to IV iron - Iron overload or elevated iron stores is suspected - You have active significant bleeding, unstable vital signs, chest pain, severe shortness of breath, fainting, or another condition needing emergency evaluation first - You are acutely ill or febrile — the provider reviews this before proceeding ## Before You Come In - Bring a recent CBC and iron studies (ferritin plus iron/TIBC or transferrin saturation) from the last 2 weeks - No fasting needed — eat normally and be well hydrated unless told otherwise - Bring an updated medication and allergy list, and tell us about any previous IV iron reaction, pregnancy, or recent transfusion - Expect monitoring during the infusion and for at least 30 minutes afterward ## The $50 Consultation Fee You can pay a $50 consultation fee online before you come in. It is applied to your treatment total — so the balance at your visit is $349 on the $399 package, or $649 on the $699 package. The fee covers the provider consultation that determines whether an infusion is right for you. It is non-refundable and valid for 30 days. Walk-in patients pay the same $50 consultation fee at the front desk. **Paying online is optional.** Life Savers ER is a freestanding emergency room. If you are having a medical emergency, come in or call 911 — you will be screened and stabilized regardless of ability to pay. ## Reserve Your Consultation Fill out the short form below and pay the $50 consultation fee. You will get an email and a text confirming your spot, and the $50 is applied to your treatment total. After that, walk in any time — we are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and no appointment is needed. ![Group of diverse healthcare professionals smiling in a clinical room, wearing scrubs and lab coats.](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/why-iron-infusion-img-2.png "why-iron-infusion-img-2") #### What to Expect ## How Does an Iron Infusion Work? Your iron infusion is a procedure that will take place at a Life Savers ER location. This allows patients who are receiving the infusion to be monitored by clinical staff. During the infusion process, iron is delivered into the body intravenously, meaning it enters the veins via a needle, similar to the way a blood sample is taken. The whole process lasts 3-4 hours and patients will be seated the entire time they receive the infusion. **How effective is intravenous iron?** It may take a few weeks after you start the infusion to experience a noticeable difference in how you feel. ## Ready to Get Your Energy Back? Walk in any time, day or night. Our team will check your levels, answer your questions, and get you started the same day. [Reserve for $50](#reserve) [Check-in Online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) We accept all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare. --- ### [Term & Conditions](https://lifesaverser.com/term-conditions/) **Published:** January 2, 2020 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** **Terms of Service | Privacy Policy** **Web Site Terms and Conditions of Use** **Terms** By accessing this web site, you are agreeing to be bound by these web site Terms and Conditions of Use, all applicable laws and regulations, and agree that you are responsible for compliance with any applicable local laws. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this site. 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The following outlines our privacy policy. - Before or at the time of collecting personal information, we will identify the purposes for which information is being collected. - We will collect and use of personal information solely with the objective of fulfilling those purposes specified by us and for other compatible purposes, unless we obtain the consent of the individual concerned or as required by law. - We will only retain personal information as long as necessary for the fulfillment of those purposes. - We will collect personal information by lawful and fair means and, where appropriate, with the knowledge or consent of the individual concerned. - Personal data should be relevant to the purposes for which it is to be used, and, to the extent necessary for those purposes, should be accurate, complete, and up-to-date. - We will protect personal information by reasonable security safeguards against loss or theft, as well as unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, use or modification. - We will make readily available to customers information about our policies and practices relating to the management of personal information. We are committed to conducting our business in accordance with these principles in order to ensure that the confidentiality of personal information is protected and maintained. **Personal Health Information – Mobile Numbers** Text messaging, also known as SMS, is one of the methods that Life Savers Emergency Room uses to communicate with new and returning patients. After opting in to receive text messaging, LSER will send periodic texts regarding new services, health tips, and registration links. LSER will only text you up to eight messages per month and only when we deem it helpful and important. Text messaging will be used by authorized personnel of Life Savers Emergency Room and may be sent using an automatic telephone dialing system. No purchase is required to receive text messages from LSER, and we do not charge to receive them. However, standard text messaging rates from your wireless carrier may still apply. Any costs related to receiving a text message are the responsibility of the individual receiving it. Check with your cellphone provider for details on receiving text messages (SMS). Consent to receive marketing text messages is not required as a condition of receiving any treatment or services. Texts may be sent using an automatic telephone dialing system. --- ### [Emergency Medicine Physician – Low Patient Volume + Shift Bonuses](https://lifesaverser.com/apply/emergency-medicine-physician/) **Published:** September 3, 2026 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** # Emergency Medicine Physician ### Low patient volume with Critical Care and Observation Care bonuses Life Savers Emergency Room is adding emergency medicine physicians across all four of our freestanding emergency rooms in Houston and Sugar Land. The clinical environment here is a low patient volume one, which means you have the time to work a case properly instead of clearing a board. Compensation runs on shift pay plus Critical Care and Observation Care bonuses earned on the same shift, so the work you do at the bedside shows up in what you take home. **Pay:** $300,000 to $400,000 a year **Schedule:** About 8 shifts a month full time, 4 part time **Type:** Full time and part time **Locations:** Four sites in Houston and Sugar Land [Apply Now on Indeed](https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=00086069c8623a84) **Critical Care bonus.** Earned per shift on the critical care you deliver. **Observation Care bonus.** Earned per shift on patients managed in our observation program. Both stack on top of your shift compensation, so a busy clinical shift pays like one. ## Position highlights - Low patient volume compared with many traditional hospital emergency departments - Full time is approximately 8 shifts per month - Part time is approximately 4 shifts per month - Flexible scheduling - Additional earning through Critical Care bonuses - Additional earning through Observation Care bonuses - Supportive and collaborative clinical environment - Opportunity to work across multiple Houston area locations ## Qualifications - MD or DO from an accredited medical school - Completion of an accredited residency program - Active and unrestricted Texas medical license - Current BLS, ACLS, PALS and ATLS certifications - Emergency medicine experience strongly preferred - Freestanding emergency room or urgent care experience is a plus - Strong clinical judgment, communication and interpersonal skills [Apply Now on Indeed](https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=00086069c8623a84) ## What we run Life Savers Emergency Room was founded in Houston in 2015 by Dr. Foye Ikyaator to give families 24 hour emergency care without hospital wait times. Every site operates a COLA certified on site laboratory, X-ray, CT, MRI and ultrasound, an observation program and an on site pharmacy, with board certified radiology support. Physicians can pick up shifts at more than one location. ## Where you would work #### [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) - [**Willowbrook Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* #### [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) - [**Heights Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* #### [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) - [**Summerwood Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston, TX 77044 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* #### [Sugar Land ER](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) - [**Sugar Land Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) 222 Hwy 6 Sugar Land, TX 77478 - [**281-697-5250**](tel:281-697-5250) *Questions? Call us now.* ## Ready to talk? We would rather hear from you early than late. Apply through the posting and we will follow up with you directly this week. --- ### [Contact Us](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us/) **Published:** May 9, 2018 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Clinics Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency medical services with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve. #### [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) Opened in 2015, the Life Savers [ER Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) is located at the intersection of Hwy 249 (Tomball Parkway) and 1960. - [**Life Savers ER – Willowbrook**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843fc) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) Opened in 2018, the Life Savers [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) is in the Garden Oaks Shopping Center at 3820 N. Shepherd Dr. - [**Life Savers ER – Heights**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843ff) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) is located off Sam Houston toll road TX-8 Beltway N on West lake Houston parkway directly across from HEB. - [**Life Savers ER Summerwood**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston, TX 77044 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843f9) *No Wait – Check-in Now* ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Services Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston Emergency Room Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer urgent care near me with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent care when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent care when you need us. ## Send Us a Message Have a general question about billing, insurance, medical records or careers? Send us a message and our team will get back to you during business hours. **If this is a medical emergency, call 911 or come straight to the ER.** --- ### [Refer a Patient to Life Savers ER](https://lifesaverser.com/refer/) **Published:** June 14, 2026 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Refer a Patient to Life Savers ER Enter the patient's address (or ZIP code) to find their closest Life Savers ER. The referral form will open below, pre-set to that location. Find ER Closest location: Complete the referral form below ↓ Need a different location? --- ### [Test Your Skills - Answer Key](https://lifesaverser.com/test-your-skills-answer-key/) **Published:** May 26, 2026 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Spot the Difference **How Many Did You Find?** #### Answer list: 1. The brown dog the woman is walking disappeared 2. The woman’s dress changed from yellow to red 3. A lamp post was removed from the walkway 4. The stroller changed from blue to red 5. A man’s shirt changed from blue to yellow 6. The Segway rider disappeared 7. The dog’s toy went missing 8. The yoga woman’s top changed from yellow to red **Now that you’ve kept your eyes sharp, keep your family safe too!** [![Two-panel illustration of a lively park: people walking, biking, picnicking, and playing with dogs along a winding path in a green, tree-filled setting; red numbered markers point to various spots in the bottom panel.](data:image/svg+xml;charset=utf-8,%3Csvg xmlns%3D'http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg' viewBox%3D'0 0 1200 1200'%2F%3E "whats-missing")](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/whats-missing.jpg) ## What to do in an emergency? **Answers below** #### 1. Someone is choking and coughing loudly. What should you do first? - Answer: **C) Encourage them to keep coughing** If someone is coughing forcefully, their body is already working to clear the airway. Let them cough. Back blows and the Heimlich maneuver are for when someone cannot cough, speak, or breathe. #### 2. You burn your hand on something hot. What’s the best first step? Answer: **B) Run cool water over it for 10 minutes** Cool running water for at least 10 minutes is the gold standard. Never use butter, toothpaste, or ice. Ice can actually cause more tissue damage on burned skin. #### 3. Someone falls and you think they broke a bone. What should you NOT do? - Answer: **B) Try to straighten the injured area** Never attempt to realign or straighten a suspected fracture. Keep the person still, calm, and get medical help immediately. #### 4. A bee stings you. What should you do first? - Answer: **B) Scrape the stinger away with a flat edge like a credit card** Scraping prevents you from squeezing more venom into the skin, which is exactly what happens when you pinch it with your fingers. #### 5. Someone feels dizzy and is about to faint. What should you do? - Answer: **A) Help them sit or lie down** Getting them low to the ground prevents a fall injury and helps restore blood flow to the brain. Keeping someone standing when they’re about to faint is asking for a head injury. ### **Know when it’s more than first aid.** Some emergencies need more than what you can handle at home. When they do, Sugar Land ER is ready. Board-certified physicians, on-site labs, X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and ultrasound, all under one roof with zero wait time. We’re open 24/7, including holidays. [Call 281-937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) [Check-in Online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **We accept all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare.** ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Services Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston Emergency Room Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ## Houston Locations for Emergency Services Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency medical services with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve. #### [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) - [**Willowbrook Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843fc) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) - [**Heights Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843ff) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) - [**Summerwood Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston, TX 77044 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843f9) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Sugar Land ER](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) - [**Sugar Land Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) 222 Hwy 6 Sugar Land, TX 77478 - [**281-697-5250**](tel:281-697-5250) *Questions? Call us now.* - **No Wait – Walk-in Now** ## Emergency Medical Services in Houston In times of a medical emergency, choose Life Savers ER for immediate, comprehensive, and caring emergency medical services. **Life Savers ER prides ourselves on our no-wait time policy, allowing for rapid medical evaluation and treatment.** This commitment to accessibility and prompt service is part of our core mission to offer the Houston community high-quality, affordable emergency care in our comprehensive emergency medical facilities, including board-certified doctors and advanced on-site laboratory and diagnostic services, enabling us to manage minor and severe medical emergencies. Life Savers ER is a vital resource for patients who need urgent medical attention. Our facilities offer a broad range of emergency services, including trauma care, pediatric care, and chronic disease management, making us a comprehensive choice for emergency care in Houston. Serving over 80,000 patients since our inception, Life Savers ER has established itself as a cornerstone of [emergency medical care](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "emergency medical care") in Houston, with three strategically located emergency clinics enhancing our reach within the community. Our active collaboration with local emergency services further underscores our dedication to community health and safety. [![A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/life-worth-living.jpg "A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/) [![Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/stay-out-of-the-er.jpg "Common Medical Emergencies")](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **[Life Savers 24-hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) mission revolves around delivering high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/).** We strive to make each visit as comfortable and seamless as possible, providing a level of care that we would expect for our own families. This philosophy extends to our comprehensive service offering, which includes not just emergency and trauma care but also pediatric care, chronic disease management, and more, ensuring we meet the diverse healthcare needs of our community. Life Savers ER, your premier destination for urgent medical attention and emergency room services, operates around the clock as a freestanding emergency clinic, available 24/7 to provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients of all ages. By fostering a relaxed, modern, and friendly environment, we strive to ease the anxieties often associated with urgent medical attention and emergency room visits, ensuring a positive and reassuring experience for every patient who walks through our doors. At Life Savers ER, our mission is to deliver not only emergency medical care but also peace of mind, knowing that in your moment of need, a team of compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals is ready to serve you. Our values reflect a commitment to the health and well-being of our patients, offering fast, precise, and compassionate care akin to what we would want for our own families. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer urgent medical attention with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent medical attention when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent medical attention when you need us. --- ### [Insurance Information](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/) **Published:** March 15, 2021 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** # Insurance Information No one expects a trip to the Emergency Room. LifeSavers ER strives to make your visit as comfortable and reassuring as possible. We will work with you to make sure you get the care you deserve in a cost efficient manner. #### TEXAS SENATE BILL 425 Senate Bill 425, passed by the Texas Legislature during the 84th Regular Session, requires all FECs to post notice of the following: - This is a Freestanding [Emergency Medical Care](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "Emergency Medical Care") Facility - This facility charges rates comparable to a hospital [Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Emergency Room") and may charge a facility fee - This facility or physician providing medical care at this facility may not be a participating provider in your Health Benefit Plan provider network - A physician providing medical care at this facility may bill separately from the facility for the medical care provided to you #### TEXAS HOUSE BILL 3276 If we are not in-network with your particular health plan, Federal law requires insurance companies to process your ER visit at the in-network benefit level. We are not yet recognized by Medicaid. If you would like to assist us in being able to accept these insurance plans, please contact your legislators. #### TEXAS HOUSE BILL 2041 House Bill 2041, passed by the Texas Legislature during the 86th Regular Session, requires all FECs to post notice of the following: - This facility is a Freestanding Emergency Medical Care Facility. - This facility charges rates comparable to a hospital Emergency Room and may charge a facility fee. - The facility or physician providing medical care at this facility may be an out of network provider for the patient health benefit plan provider network. - A physician providing medical care at this facility may bill separately from the facility for the medical care provided to the patient. [FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/FeeSchedule_2026.csv) --- ### [Get Urgent Care at Houston Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/urgent-care/) **Published:** March 18, 2024 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Looking for an ER in Houston? When You’re Family is First. We Are Ready. **In the face of an emergency and when you need urgent care, choose Life Savers Emergency Room in Houston, TX.** Knowing where to turn is critical in moments of urgent care medical need. Life Savers ER offers 24/7, *No-Wait* comprehensive emergency care. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Foye Ikyaator, our freestanding emergency clinic was established to serve the community by reducing wait times commonly associated with hospital ERs and ensuring rapid access to care for all. When you search for “urgent care near me” or require emergency medical attention in Houston, TX, let Life Savers ER be your first choice. We pledge to provide you and your loved ones with fast, compassionate, and precise medical care, embodying the values of a dedicated healthcare provider. For emergency care that prioritizes your well-being, trust Life Savers ER to deliver when it matters most. [![emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/emergency-room-near-me-houston.jpg "emergency room near me")](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **In the critical moments that follow an accident or during a medical emergency, immediate and competent care is essential.** Our facilities boast advanced medical technology, including on-site pharmacies, a full lab and imaging services (X-rays, CT Scans, MRI, and Ultrasound), and an advanced laboratory. Recognizing the importance of affordability in healthcare, we’ve developed an observation program that significantly reduces costs for our patients, offering them the comfort of receiving attentive care without the financial strain typically associated with hospital stays. Our state-of-the-art emergency room features include: - On-Site Pharmacy - Full Lab and Imaging Services: X-rays, CT Scans, MRI, Ultrasound - Advanced Laboratory for precise diagnostics - An observation program designed to provide cost-effective care and personal attention, avoiding unnecessary hospital admissions [Call 281-937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) [Check-in Online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **We accept all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare.** ## Houston ER for Urgent Care Find a Convenient [Houston ER Location](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) for Urgent Care - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ## Houston Area Emergency Rooms Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency care services with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times for your urgent care needs. #### [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) Opened in 2015, the Life Savers [ER Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) is located at the intersection of Hwy 249 (Tomball Parkway) and 1960. - [**Life Savers ER – Willowbrook**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843fc) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) Opened in 2018, the Life Savers [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) is in the Garden Oaks Shopping Center at 3820 N. Shepherd Dr. - [**Life Savers ER – Heights**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843fc) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) is located off Sam Houston toll road TX-8 Beltway N on West lake Houston parkway directly across from HEB. - [**Life Savers ER Summerwood**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston, TX 77044 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843f9) *No Wait – Check-in Now* ## Urgent Care at Houston Emergency Rooms In times of medical emergency and when you need urgent care, choose Life Savers ER. **Life Savers ER prides ourselves on our no-wait time policy, allowing for rapid medical evaluation and treatment.** This commitment to accessibility and prompt service is part of our core mission to offer the Houston community high-quality, affordable emergency care in our comprehensive emergency medical facilities, including board-certified doctors and advanced on-site laboratory and diagnostic services, enabling us to manage minor and severe medical emergencies. Life Savers ER is a vital resource for patients who need urgent care. Our facilities offer a broad range of emergency services, including trauma care, pediatric care, and chronic disease management, making us a comprehensive choice for emergency care in Houston. Serving over 80,000 patients since our inception, Life Savers ER has established itself as a cornerstone of emergency medical care in Houston, with three strategically located emergency clinics enhancing our reach within the community. Our active collaboration with local emergency services further underscores our dedication to community health and safety. [![A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/life-worth-living.jpg "A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/) [![Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/stay-out-of-the-er.jpg "Common Medical Emergencies")](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **[Life Savers 24-hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) mission revolves around delivering high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/).** We strive to make each visit as comfortable and seamless as possible, providing a level of care that we would expect for our own families. This philosophy extends to our comprehensive service offering, which includes not just emergency and trauma care but also pediatric care, chronic disease management, and more, ensuring we meet the diverse healthcare needs of our community. Life Savers ER, your premier destination for urgent care and emergency room services, operates around the clock as a freestanding emergency clinic, available 24/7 to provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients of all ages. By fostering a relaxed, modern, and friendly environment, we strive to ease the anxieties often associated with urgent care and emergency room visits, ensuring a positive and reassuring experience for every patient who walks through our doors. At Life Savers ER, our mission is to deliver not only emergency medical care but also peace of mind, knowing that in your moment of need, a team of compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals is ready to serve you. Our values reflect a commitment to the health and well-being of our patients, offering fast, precise, and compassionate care akin to what we would want for our own families. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer urgent care near me with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent care when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent care when you need us. --- ### [Emergency Medical Services In Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) **Published:** May 4, 2020 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Need Emergency Services in Houston? When You’re Family is First. We Are Ready. **When you need emergency services, choose Life Savers Emergency Room in Houston, TX, where patient care always comes first.** Knowing where to turn is critical in moments of urgent medical need. Life Savers ER offers 24/7, *No-Wait* comprehensive emergency care. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Foye Ikyaator, our freestanding emergency clinic was established to serve the community by reducing wait times commonly associated with hospital ERs and ensuring rapid access to care for all. 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[![Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/emergency-medical-services.jpg "Emergency Medical Services")](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **Symptoms of an emergency medical issue can escalate quickly and prompt medical attention is crucial to manage your condition effectively and ensure your well-being.** Our emergency room is equipped with the latest in medical technology, including: - An on-site pharmacy, - Comprehensive lab and imaging services such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and ultrasound, - An advanced laboratory for precise diagnostics, - An observation program aimed at delivering cost-effective care with a personal touch, reducing the need for unnecessary hospital stays. Offering services 24/7, our Houston ER locations feature: - A strict No-Wait policy for immediate attention, - Board-certified physicians, - An on-site COLA Certified Laboratory providing instant results, - On-site radiology (X-ray, Ultrasound, CT Scan) with immediate feedback from board-certified radiologists, [Call 281-937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) [Check-in Online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **We accept all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare.** ## Houston Locations for Emergency Services Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston Emergency Room Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Services Clinics Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency medical services with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve. #### [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) Opened in 2015, the Life Savers [ER Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) is located at the intersection of Hwy 249 (Tomball Parkway) and 1960. - [**Life Savers ER – Willowbrook**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? 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Serving over 80,000 patients since our inception, Life Savers ER has established itself as a cornerstone of emergency medical care in Houston, with three strategically located emergency clinics enhancing our reach within the community. Our active collaboration with local emergency services further underscores our dedication to community health and safety. [![A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/life-worth-living.jpg "A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/) [![Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/stay-out-of-the-er.jpg "Common Medical Emergencies")](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **[Life Savers 24-hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) mission revolves around delivering high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/).** We strive to make each visit as comfortable and seamless as possible, providing a level of care that we would expect for our own families. This philosophy extends to our comprehensive service offering, which includes not just emergency and trauma care but also pediatric care, chronic disease management, and more, ensuring we meet the diverse healthcare needs of our community. Life Savers ER, your premier destination for urgent care and emergency room services, operates around the clock as a freestanding emergency clinic, available 24/7 to provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients of all ages. By fostering a relaxed, modern, and friendly environment, we strive to ease the anxieties often associated with urgent care and emergency room visits, ensuring a positive and reassuring experience for every patient who walks through our doors. At Life Savers ER, our mission is to deliver not only emergency medical care but also peace of mind, knowing that in your moment of need, a team of compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals is ready to serve you. Our values reflect a commitment to the health and well-being of our patients, offering fast, precise, and compassionate care akin to what we would want for our own families. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? 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Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent care when you need us. --- ### [Monkeypox Care Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/monkeypox-care-houston/) **Published:** August 8, 2022 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## MONKEYPOX ASSESSMENT & CARE HOUSTON Houston Monkeypox Assessment and Care ## Monkeypox Assessment and Care Is Available at All Life Savers ER Locations ## Monkeypox Assessment and Care in Houston Monkeypox Assessment and Care is available at all of our convenient Life Savers Emergency Room locations. ### I think I have Monkeypox, what should I do? If you suspect you have Monkeypox contact your healthcare provider immediately to get tested. Until you see a healthcare provider be sure to avoid close intimate contact with others and abstain from sex. 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Testing for MonkeyPox is now available at all [Life Savers ER locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/). - 10-minute\* PCR testing available - See a board-certified physician - Determine if it’s Monkeypox - Get care for Monkeypox virus # Houston Monkeypox Care Locations ### Get Directions to one of our 24-Hour Houston Medical clinics for Monkeypox Assessment & Care #### Willowbrook Emergency Room Opened in 2015, the Life Savers ER [Willowbrook](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/ "Willowbrook") Emergency Room is located at the intersection of Hwy 249 (Tomball Parkway) and 1960. - Life Savers ER – Willowbrook 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 #### Heights Emergency Room Opened in 2018, the Life Savers [Heights](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/ "Heights") Emergency Room is in the Garden Oaks Shopping Center at 3820 N. Shepherd Dr. - Life Savers ER Heights 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 #### Summerwood Emergency Room Now Open! 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Founded in 2015 by Dr. Foye Ikyaator, our freestanding emergency clinic was established to serve the community by reducing wait times commonly associated with hospital ERs and ensuring rapid access to care for all. As you search for an “emergency room near me” or require urgent medical attention in Houston, TX, let Life Savers ER be your first choice. We pledge to provide you and your loved ones with fast, compassionate, and precise medical care, embodying the values of a dedicated healthcare provider. For emergency care that prioritizes your well-being, trust Life Savers ER to deliver when it matters most. [![emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/emergency-room-near-me-houston.jpg "emergency room near me")](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **In the critical moments that follow an accident or during a medical emergency, immediate and competent care is essential.** Our facilities boast advanced medical technology, including on-site pharmacies, a full lab and imaging services (X-rays, CT Scans, MRI, and Ultrasound), and an advanced laboratory. Recognizing the importance of affordability in healthcare, we’ve developed an observation program that significantly reduces costs for our patients, offering them the comfort of receiving attentive care without the financial strain typically associated with hospital stays. 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We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare.** ## Houston Emergency Room Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston ER Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Clinics Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency care services with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve. #### [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) - [**Willowbrook Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? 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Serving over 80,000 patients since our inception, Life Savers ER has established itself as a cornerstone of emergency medical care in Houston, with three strategically located emergency clinics enhancing our reach within the community. Our active collaboration with local emergency services further underscores our dedication to community health and safety. [![A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/life-worth-living.jpg "A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/) [![Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/stay-out-of-the-er.jpg "Common Medical Emergencies")](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **[Life Savers 24-hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) mission revolves around delivering high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/).** We strive to make each visit as comfortable and seamless as possible, providing a level of care that we would expect for our own families. This philosophy extends to our comprehensive service offering, which includes not just emergency and trauma care but also pediatric care, chronic disease management, and more, ensuring we meet the diverse healthcare needs of our community. Life Savers ER, your premier destination for urgent medical attention and emergency room services, operates around the clock as a freestanding emergency clinic, available 24/7 to provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients of all ages. By fostering a relaxed, modern, and friendly environment, we strive to ease the anxieties often associated with urgent medical attention and emergency room visits, ensuring a positive and reassuring experience for every patient who walks through our doors. At Life Savers ER, our mission is to deliver not only emergency medical care but also peace of mind, knowing that in your moment of need, a team of compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals is ready to serve you. Our values reflect a commitment to the health and well-being of our patients, offering fast, precise, and compassionate care akin to what we would want for our own families. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? 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Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent medical attention when you need us. --- ### [Pediatric Emergency Care In Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/) **Published:** May 4, 2020 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Need Pediatric Emergency Care in Houston? When You’re Family is First. We Are Ready. **Life Savers Emergency Room: Your Trusted Pediatric Emergency Room in Houston, TX** In moments of urgency, the health of your child cannot wait. Life Savers ER is here for your family 24/7, providing immediate, comprehensive emergency care without the long wait times. 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[![A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/life-worth-living.jpg "A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/) [![Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/stay-out-of-the-er.jpg "Common Medical Emergencies")](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **[Life Savers 24-hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) mission revolves around delivering high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/).** Our doors are open 24/7, 365 days a year, ensuring that high-quality medical care is always accessible. With minimal wait times and a patient-centered approach, we strive to alleviate the stress of medical emergencies. 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It is possible that an injury from the car accident will not show up for several days after the accident. Even though you might feel fine after a [car accident](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/), the adrenaline that occurs after the accident may be inhibiting pain symptoms. Adrenaline is a hormone that the body produces in dangerous situations. Once the adrenaline subsides, the symptoms of an injury can emerge. Sometimes in addition to physical injuries, there is emotional trauma as well which can affect your health if not treated properly and quickly. Even if your injury is not life-threatening, a visit to the ER will rule out any potential injuries that appear once the adrenaline wears off. **In the critical moments that follow an auto accident, immediate and competent care is essential.** Our facilities boast advanced medical technology, including on-site pharmacies, a full [lab and imaging services](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "lab and imaging services") (X-rays, CT Scans, MRI, and Ultrasound), and an advanced laboratory. Recognizing the importance of affordability in healthcare, we’ve developed an observation program that significantly reduces costs for our patients, offering them the comfort of receiving attentive care without the financial strain typically associated with hospital stays. [Call 281-937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) [Check-in Online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **We accept all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare.** ## Houston Emergency Room Locations Other Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston ER Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ## Houston Area Emergency Clinics for Auto Accidents Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency care services for car accidents with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve. #### [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) - [**Willowbrook Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? 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[![A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/life-worth-living.jpg "A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/) [![Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/stay-out-of-the-er.jpg "Common Medical Emergencies")](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **What to Do Immediately After an Automobile Accident** After an automobile accident, you may feel a combination of emotions such as upset, scared, panicked, or stressed. The best steps to take are as follows: - **Stay Calm.** Take a few deep breaths to calm yourself down and review how your body feels and if you are in pain. It is natural to be panicked but moving too quickly when hurt can make injuries worse. - **Call** [Emergency Services.](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) If you are injured or not, call 911 immediately so officials can assess the situation and get further medical assistance if needed. - **Exchange Information with the Other Driver.** If the accident involves another person, exchange information such as name, insurance company, and phone number. Use your cellphone to take pictures of the other driver’s documents as well as the accident scene. - **Seek Medical Help After accident**. Many people that do not have life-threatening injuries avoid seeking medical treatment following an auto accident because they fear the cost. 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We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare.** ## Houston Emergency Room Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston ER Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Clinics Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency care services with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve. #### [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) - [**Willowbrook Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? 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Call us now.* - **No Wait – Walk-in Now** ## Emergency Room Services in Houston In times of medical emergency, choose Life Savers ER for immediate, comprehensive, and caring ER care. **Life Savers ER prides ourselves on our no-wait time policy, allowing for rapid medical evaluation and treatment.** This commitment to accessibility and prompt service is part of our core mission to offer the Houston community high-quality, affordable emergency care in our comprehensive emergency medical facilities, including board-certified doctors and advanced on-site laboratory and diagnostic services, enabling us to manage minor and severe medical emergencies. Life Savers ER is a vital resource for patients who need urgent medical attention. Our facilities offer a broad range of emergency services, including trauma care, pediatric care, and chronic disease management, making us a comprehensive choice for emergency care in Houston. 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[![A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/life-worth-living.jpg "A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/) [![Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/stay-out-of-the-er.jpg "Common Medical Emergencies")](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **[Life Savers 24-hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) mission revolves around delivering high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/).** We strive to make each visit as comfortable and seamless as possible, providing a level of care that we would expect for our own families. This philosophy extends to our comprehensive service offering, which includes not just emergency and trauma care but also pediatric care, chronic disease management, and more, ensuring we meet the diverse healthcare needs of our community. Life Savers ER, your premier destination for urgent medical attention and emergency room services, operates around the clock as a freestanding emergency clinic, available 24/7 to provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients of all ages. By fostering a relaxed, modern, and friendly environment, we strive to ease the anxieties often associated with urgent medical attention and emergency room visits, ensuring a positive and reassuring experience for every patient who walks through our doors. At Life Savers ER, our mission is to deliver not only emergency medical care but also peace of mind, knowing that in your moment of need, a team of compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals is ready to serve you. 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Our Houston ER locations offer urgent medical attention with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent medical attention when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent medical attention when you need us. --- ### [Workplace Injuries](https://lifesaverser.com/workplace-injuries/) **Published:** May 4, 2020 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Injured at Work? Get Immediate, Expert Care at Life Savers ER No Appointment Needed: Fast, Effective Treatment for Workplace Injuries at Life Savers ER **Workplace Accident? Visit Life Savers Emergency Room for Immediate Care with Onsite Lab & Diagnostics** Workplace injuries happen and when they do it is important to see a medical professional right away. Life Savers ER can provide care and treatment for workplace accidents and workers’ compensation injuries.Life Savers ER is a freestanding emergency clinic that is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 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[![A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/life-worth-living.jpg "A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/) [![Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/stay-out-of-the-er.jpg "Common Medical Emergencies")](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **[Life Savers 24-hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) mission revolves around delivering high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/).** We strive to make each visit as comfortable and seamless as possible, providing a level of care that we would expect for our own families. This philosophy extends to our comprehensive service offering, which includes not just emergency and trauma care but also pediatric care, chronic disease management, and more, ensuring we meet the diverse healthcare needs of our community. Life Savers ER, your premier destination for er care and emergency room services, operates around the clock as a freestanding emergency clinic, available 24/7 to provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients of all ages. 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Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent medical attention when you need us. --- ### [Houston ER Facilities](https://lifesaverser.com/houston-er-facility/) **Published:** May 9, 2018 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## State of the Art Houston Emergency Clinic Your health is your most valuable asset At Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room, we have state of the art equipment such as X-Ray, CT Scanner, Ultrasound and more. We are fully equipped and have highly trained staff ready to treat a variety of medical conditions including stat lab services. Several of our physicians work at major hospitals with average wait times of 4-5 hours. Unlike the hospital emergency rooms, our facility has a strict No Wait policy. While you receive your care, we have a full-service coffee bar available for your loved ones. We also have a dedicated kid’s corner to keep your little one(s) occupied while you get the attention you need. Our pediatric room is specifically tailored to sooth your child and ease the stress of their medical condition. #### Service and Care at Life Savers ER We, at Life Savers 24 Hour [Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Emergency Room") care about you and understand that your health is your most valuable asset. We put in our best efforts to make sure you get back in the pink of your health immediately. We offer high standard, quality [emergency medical care](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "emergency medical care") in N. Shepherd Drive, Houston with the help of experienced staff and a team of expert doctors. #### Why Choose Life Savers ER for Emergency Care - Services available 24/7, 365 days - A Strict No Wait Policy, meaning immediate care - Board-Certified Physicians - On-Site COLA Certified Laboratory with Immediate Results - On-Site Radiology (X-ray, Ultrasound, CT Scan) with Immediate Results from Board-Certified Radiologists - On-Site State Licensed Pharmacy for Immediate Relief You are always welcome to visit us in case of any emergency any day, at any hour of the day or night. [Call 281-937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) [Check-in Online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **We accept all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare.** ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Services Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston Emergency Room Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ## Houston Locations for Emergency Services Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency medical services with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve. #### [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) - [**Willowbrook Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? 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Call us now.* - **No Wait – Walk-in Now** ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer urgent care near me with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent care when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent care when you need us. --- ### [Houston ER Resources](https://lifesaverser.com/houston-er-resources/) **Published:** May 9, 2018 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## HB 2041 Facility Notice - This facility is a freestanding [emergency medical care](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) facility. - This facility charges rates comparable to a hospital [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/)and may charge a facility fee. - This facility or a physician providing medical care at this facility may be an out-of-network provider for the patient’s health benefit plan provider network. - The physician providing medical care at this facility may bill separately from this facility for the medical care provided to a patient. ## Texas House Bill 3276 - We are out-of-network for all health benefit plans and locations. We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare. - We are not yet recognized by Medicaid. If you would like to assist us in being able to accept these [insurance](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/ "insurance") plans, please contact your legislators. ## Alternative Payment for Care For individuals without insurance or who are covered by CHIPS, Medicare or Medicaid, we accept cash and all major credit cards, including Visa, MasterCard, and Discover Card. ## In-Network vs. Out-of-Network According to Texas Guidelines, all insurance carriers are required to **pay in-network** benefits for any member seeking emergency medical treatment. Texas law requires that your insurance carrier pays for your emergency care, whether the emergency room is in-network or out-of-network. The state of Texas empowers you to use a prudent layperson standard when considering what constitutes an emergency. If your insurance company refuses payment for your emergency room visit, you can file a grievance with the Texas Department of Insurance. To learn more about the Texas Department of Insurance, please visit [www.tdi.state.tx.us.](https://www.tdi.texas.gov/) Life Savers ERs billing policy is to always honor the in-network fee for services provided. This ensures you do not end up with a bill for your emergency room visit that your insurance company refuses to cover. #### Understanding Your Emergency Room Bill ER billing is a complicated and confusing process. At [Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/ "Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room"), we strive to be fair and transparent with our billing. We want to help you understand the bills you receive from us, which may be different from the medical bills you’ve received from hospitals or physicians. Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room is a licensed freestanding emergency center. We function just like a hospital-based emergency room, but our ER billing is very different. Instead of receiving multiple bills for a single emergency room visit, Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room submits one claim to your insurance company. Your insurance company will not be charged separately for radiology, pathology, or cardiology over-reads, as is the case with hospital-based ERs. Instead, these charges are included in your facility bill. #### Our Billing Policy At the time of your visit, your emergency room co-pay will be collected, and we will bill your insurance carrier for your policy’s emergency room benefits. Emergency rooms must maintain an extremely high level of preparedness in order to effectively treat emergency medical conditions. This level of preparedness is considerably higher than at other, more traditional medical facilities. Emergency rooms charge a facility fee for each patient visit to help offset the recurring costs associated with maintaining this high level of preparedness. This is done to ensure you have access to an environment that provides the best in emergency care. The facility fee is a charge that is calculated on a point system, which is based on procedures performed, patient acuity, potential liability, and the complexity of the physician/patient interaction. If you have any questions regarding your bill, please contact the ER. We will work with you quickly to explain our billing method and resolve any differences. ## Houston Locations for Emergency Services Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency medical services with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve. #### [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) - [**Willowbrook Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843fc) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) - [**Heights Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? 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Call us now.* - **No Wait – Walk-in Now** ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Services Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston Emergency Room Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more **We accept all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare.** ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer urgent care near me with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent care when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent care when you need us. --- ### [Sugar Land Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) **Published:** May 29, 2025 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Sugar Land ER - Open 24 Hours Sugar Land Emergency Room – Sugar Land’s #1 No-Wait ER - [**Sugar Land ER**](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) 222 Hwy 6 Sugar Land, TX 77478 - [**281-697-5250**](tel:281-697-5250) *Questions? Call us now.* [Get Directions](https://maps.app.goo.gl/S2NGDNFaxUkKzPHXA) #### Please come directly to the Sugar Land ER for your emergency needs. **Call [(281) 697-5250](tel:281-697-5250) with any questions you might have.** ## Sugar Land Emergency Room [Sugar Land Emergency Room](https://ercaresugarland.com/) in Sugar Land, Texas, part of the Life Savers ER family, offers fast, experienced, and professional care for serious or life-threatening medical conditions. Our team of expert doctors, nurses, and technicians blend quick decision-making and compassionate care and have access to the most advanced diagnostic and treatment resources. ## Additional 24 Hr Houston ER Locations Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency medical services with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve. #### [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) Opened in 2015, the Life Savers [ER Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) is located at the intersection of Hwy 249 (Tomball Parkway) and 1960. - [**Life Savers ER – Willowbrook**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843fc) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) Opened in 2018, the Life Savers [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) is in the Garden Oaks Shopping Center at 3820 N. Shepherd Dr. - [**Life Savers ER – Heights**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843ff) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) [Summerwood Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) is located off Sam Houston toll road TX-8 Beltway N on West lake Houston parkway directly across from HEB. - [**Life Savers ER Summerwood**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston, TX 77044 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843f9) *No Wait – Check-in Now* ## Need Emergency Services in Houston? When You’re Family is First. We Are Ready. #### Why Choose Life Savers Sugar Land Emergency Room **Symptoms of an emergency medical issue can escalate quickly and prompt medical attention is crucial to manage your condition effectively and ensure your well-being.** Our emergency room is equipped with the latest in medical technology, including: - An on-site pharmacy, - Comprehensive lab and imaging services such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and ultrasound, - An advanced laboratory for precise diagnostics, - An observation program aimed at delivering cost-effective care with a personal touch, reducing the need for unnecessary hospital stays. Offering services 24/7, our Houston ER locations feature: - A strict No-Wait policy for immediate attention - Board-certified physicians - An on-site COLA Certified Laboratory providing instant results - On-site radiology (X-ray, Ultrasound, CT Scan) with immediate feedback from board-certified radiologists [![Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/emergency-medical-services.jpg "Emergency Medical Services")](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **When you need emergency services, choose Life Savers Emergency Room in Houston, TX, where patient care always comes first.** Knowing where to turn is critical in moments of urgent medical need. Life Savers ER offers 24/7, *No-Wait* comprehensive emergency care. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Foye Ikyaator, our freestanding emergency clinic was established to serve the community by reducing wait times commonly associated with hospital ERs and ensuring rapid access to care for all. For those in Houston, TX, searching for an “emergency room near me” or needing urgent medical services, Life Savers ER Houston locations are here for you when you need us. We pledge to provide you and your loved ones with fast, compassionate, and precise medical care, embodying the values of a dedicated healthcare provider. When facing the urgency of a medical crisis or accident, the availability of prompt and skilled treatment is crucial. **We accept all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare.** ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Services Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston Emergency Room Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer urgent care near me with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent care when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent care when you need us. ## Emergency Medical Services in Sugar Land In times of a medical emergency, choose a Life Savers ER location for immediate, comprehensive, and caring emergency medical services. **Life Savers ER prides ourselves on our no-wait time policy, allowing for rapid medical evaluation and treatment.** This commitment to accessibility and prompt service is part of our core mission to offer the Houston community high-quality, affordable emergency care in our comprehensive emergency medical facilities, including board-certified doctors and advanced on-site laboratory and diagnostic services, enabling us to manage minor and severe medical emergencies. Life Savers ER is a vital resource for patients who need urgent care. Our facilities offer a broad range of emergency services, including trauma care, pediatric care, and chronic disease management, making us a comprehensive choice for emergency care in Houston. Serving over 80,000 patients since our inception, Life Savers ER has established itself as a cornerstone of emergency medical care in Houston, with three strategically located emergency clinics enhancing our reach within the community. Our active collaboration with local emergency services further underscores our dedication to community health and safety. [![A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/life-worth-living.jpg "A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/) [![Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/stay-out-of-the-er.jpg "Common Medical Emergencies")](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **[Life Savers 24-hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) mission revolves around delivering high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/).** We strive to make each visit as comfortable and seamless as possible, providing a level of care that we would expect for our own families. This philosophy extends to our comprehensive service offering, which includes not just emergency and trauma care but also pediatric care, chronic disease management, and more, ensuring we meet the diverse healthcare needs of our community. Life Savers ER, your premier destination for urgent care and emergency room services, operates around the clock as a freestanding emergency clinic, available 24/7 to provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients of all ages. By fostering a relaxed, modern, and friendly environment, we strive to ease the anxieties often associated with urgent care and emergency room visits, ensuring a positive and reassuring experience for every patient who walks through our doors. At Life Savers ER, our mission is to deliver not only emergency medical care but also peace of mind, knowing that in your moment of need, a team of compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals is ready to serve you. Our values reflect a commitment to the health and well-being of our patients, offering fast, precise, and compassionate care akin to what we would want for our own families. [Follow on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/lifesaversersummerwood) --- ### [CPR Classes in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/cpr-classes/) **Published:** March 8, 2020 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ### **We are doing our bit to help the community. Find your preferred date and location on the class list.** Get CPR certified – and be prepared for the moments that matter. As part of our mission, we offer Free CPR certification classes that can help you provide assistance when someone is faced with a cardiac or breathing emergency. #### Would you like to attend? Save your spot. RSVP on your preferred date/location page now. ## CPR Classes - Mon, Aug 25 • 6:00 PM \[Summerwood\] – [Register for Class](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-cpr-class-summerwood-august-tickets-1545944905829?aff=ebdsoporgprofile) [View Event Calendar](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/life-savers-emergency-room-11247718724) ![CPR Certification Course](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/cpr-icon.png "cpr-icon") **What is CPR?** Cardiopulmonary resuscitation or CPR is an emergency procedure which is done in order to provide artificial ventilation by giving chest compressions. In case if a person is not able to breathe properly or is unconscious then CPR is given to that person. In case of an emergency, the person giving the CPR becomes the ultimate life support system for the one who is facing difficulty in breathing or is unconscious. » [Learn more about CPR](https://lifesaverser.com/cpr-can-help-save-lives-here-is-how/) ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Rooms Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency medical services with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve. #### [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) - [**Willowbrook Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843fc) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) - [**Heights Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843ff) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) - [**Summerwood Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston, TX 77044 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843f9) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Sugar Land ER](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) - [**Sugar Land Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) 222 Hwy 6 Sugar Land, TX 77478 - [**281-697-5250**](tel:281-697-5250) *Questions? Call us now.* - **No Wait – Walk-in Now** ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Services Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston Emergency Room Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer urgent care near me with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent care when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent care when you need us. --- ### [Emergent Sexually Transmitted Infection Assessment and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) **Published:** May 28, 2020 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Same-Day STD Testing in Houston — Results in 2 Hours At Life Savers ER, we provide fast, **confidential STD testing with results available in less than two hours**. Our on-site laboratory allows us to deliver same-day answers and immediate treatment when needed, so you don’t have to wait or worry. **Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are on the rise** in the United States. According to the CDC, more than 2.5 million cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis were reported in 2021. Left untreated, these infections can lead to serious health complications. Early testing and treatment are the best ways to protect yourself and your partner. ### Same-Day [STD Testing in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/stds-what-to-know/) is Available at All LifeSavers ER Locations ### When to Get Tested You should consider STD testing if: - Your partner has been diagnosed with an STD - You notice unusual discharge from the vagina or penis - You experience burning, itching, or bumps near the genitals or inner thighs - You are sexually active and not in a mutually monogamous relationship - You start a new relationship with a partner - You are following routine screening guidelines (every 6–12 months) Remember: many STDs have no symptoms. If you are unsure, getting tested is the safest choice. **Payment:** We accept all private [insurance](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/ "insurance") plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. At Life Savers ER testing for STDs is available for all adults and teenagers. ![STD Testing in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/std-testing-houston.jpg "STD Testing in Houston") [Call 281-937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) [Check-in Online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) ### What We Test For **Males (urine sample only):** - Gonorrhea - Chlamydia - Trichomonas - Urinary infection (UA if needed) **Females (urine sample + vaginal swab):** - Gonorrhea (urine) - Chlamydia (urine) - Bacterial vaginosis (swab) - Yeast infection / vulvovaginal candidiasis (swab) - Trichomonas (swab) - Urinary infection and pregnancy test (UA/HCG if needed) Our physicians may also perform a physical exam if [herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-and-when-to-go-to-er/ "herpes") is suspected. In many cases, herpes can be diagnosed clinically based on symptoms and visual signs. ### What to Expect - **Fast results:** Same-day testing with results available in less than 2 hours - **Convenient process:** Most patients may leave while results are processed; we call as soon as they are ready - **Treatment included:** Prescriptions can be called into your preferred pharmacy or provided at discharge. Treatment is administered according to your results. - **Confidential care:** We respect your privacy and maintain complete confidentiality throughout the process. Patients may also pick up a printed copy of their results if desired. ### Common STDs We Diagnose and Treat **Chlamydia** The most commonly reported STD in the U.S., chlamydia can cause permanent damage to the female reproductive system if untreated. Many people have no symptoms, but signs may include abnormal discharge and burning with urination. **Gonorrhea** Common among young adults, gonorrhea can affect the genitals, rectum, and throat. Symptoms, if present, may include painful urination, unusual discharge, or swollen testicles. **Trichomoniasis** Caused by a parasite, trichomonas often shows no symptoms. When present, symptoms may include yellow-green vaginal discharge and pain during intercourse. **Syphilis** Although less common, untreated syphilis can cause severe health problems. The first sign may be a painless sore on the genitals, rectum, or mouth. ![STD Testing in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/std-testing-icon-225x300.png "STD Testing in Houston") ## Take Control of Your Health STD testing is available at all Life Savers ER locations in Houston and Sugar Land. Our board-certified physicians and on-site lab make it easy to get quick answers, effective treatment, and peace of mind. **Call 281-937-2800 or walk in today for confidential, same-day STD testing. [Check-in online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) for faster service.** #### Chlamydia Chlamydia is one of the most widespread sexually transmitted infections, spread through vaginal, anal, or oral sex. Women can also pass the infection to their babies during childbirth. While many people never experience symptoms, untreated chlamydia can cause serious complications, including permanent damage to the female reproductive system, making pregnancy difficult or impossible later in life. When symptoms appear, they may include unusual discharge or a burning sensation during urination. Because of its silent nature, routine testing is essential to prevent long-term harm. #### Gonorrhea Gonorrhea is a common STD that can infect multiple areas of the body, including the reproductive tract, rectum, and throat. It is most frequently seen in young adults but can affect anyone who is sexually active. Like chlamydia, gonorrhea often goes unnoticed because symptoms may never appear. When present, signs can include painful urination, abnormal discharge from the genitals or anus, and swelling in the testicles. Left untreated, gonorrhea can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) in women, infertility in both men and women, and an increased risk of HIV transmission. #### Trichomoniasis Trichomoniasis is a common but often overlooked STD caused by the parasite *Trichomonas vaginalis*. Because the majority of infected people show no symptoms, it can be passed unknowingly between partners. When symptoms do occur, they are more common in women and may include large amounts of yellow-green vaginal discharge, genital irritation, or pain during intercourse. In men, symptoms are typically mild or absent but can include irritation inside the penis or slight discharge. Regular testing is important since untreated trichomoniasis can increase vulnerability to other infections, including HIV. #### Syphilis Syphilis is a serious infection that progresses through stages if not treated promptly. Anyone can contract syphilis through vaginal, anal, or oral sex. Early infection may produce a single painless sore, often overlooked, which heals on its own. However, without treatment, the infection advances to later stages, causing rash, swollen lymph nodes, organ damage, and neurological complications that can become life-threatening. Because syphilis does not always cause noticeable symptoms, early testing and treatment are critical to prevent irreversible harm. **We accept all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare.** ## Need an STD Assessment and Care? Visit a Life Savers ER Location Today Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency medical services with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve. #### [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) - [**Willowbrook Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? 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Call us now.* - **No Wait – Walk-in Now** ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer urgent care near me with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent care when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent care when you need us. --- ### [Houston ER Services](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) **Published:** May 9, 2018 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Need Emergency Services in Houston? When You’re Family is First. We Are Ready. **When you need emergency services, choose Life Savers Emergency Room in Houston, TX, where patient care always comes first.** Knowing where to turn is critical in moments of urgent medical need. Life Savers ER offers 24/7, *No-Wait* comprehensive emergency care. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Foye Ikyaator, our freestanding emergency clinic was established to serve the community by reducing wait times commonly associated with hospital ERs and ensuring rapid access to care for all. For those in Houston, TX, searching for an “emergency room near me” or needing urgent medical services, Life Savers ER Houston locations are here for you when you need us. We pledge to provide you and your loved ones with fast, compassionate, and precise medical care, embodying the values of a dedicated healthcare provider. When facing the urgency of a medical crisis or accident, the availability of prompt and skilled treatment is crucial. [![Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/emergency-medical-services.jpg "Emergency Medical Services")](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **Symptoms of an emergency medical issue can escalate quickly and prompt medical attention is crucial to manage your condition effectively and ensure your well-being.** Our emergency room is equipped with the latest in medical technology, including: - An on-site pharmacy, - Comprehensive lab and imaging services such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and ultrasound, - An advanced laboratory for precise diagnostics, - An observation program aimed at delivering cost-effective care with a personal touch, reducing the need for unnecessary hospital stays. Offering services 24/7, our Houston ER locations feature: - A strict No-Wait policy for immediate attention - Board-certified physicians - An on-site COLA Certified Laboratory providing instant results - On-site radiology (X-ray, Ultrasound, CT Scan) with immediate feedback from board-certified radiologists [Call 281-937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) [Check-in Online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **We accept all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare.** ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Services Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston Emergency Room Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ## Houston Locations for Emergency Services Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency medical services with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve. #### [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) - [**Willowbrook Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843fc) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) - [**Heights Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843ff) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) - [**Summerwood Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston, TX 77044 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843f9) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Sugar Land ER](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) - [**Sugar Land Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) 222 Hwy 6 Sugar Land, TX 77478 - [**281-697-5250**](tel:281-697-5250) *Questions? Call us now.* - **No Wait – Walk-in Now** ## Emergency Medical Services in Houston In times of a medical emergency, choose Life Savers ER for immediate, comprehensive, and caring emergency medical services. **Life Savers ER prides ourselves on our no-wait time policy, allowing for rapid medical evaluation and treatment.** This commitment to accessibility and prompt service is part of our core mission to offer the Houston community high-quality, affordable emergency care in our comprehensive emergency medical facilities, including board-certified doctors and advanced on-site laboratory and diagnostic services, enabling us to manage minor and severe medical emergencies. Life Savers ER is a vital resource for patients who need urgent medical attention. Our facilities offer a broad range of emergency services, including trauma care, pediatric care, and chronic disease management, making us a comprehensive choice for emergency care in Houston. Serving over 80,000 patients since our inception, Life Savers ER has established itself as a cornerstone of emergency medical care in Houston, with three strategically located emergency clinics enhancing our reach within the community. Our active collaboration with local emergency services further underscores our dedication to community health and safety. [![A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/life-worth-living.jpg "A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/) [![Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/stay-out-of-the-er.jpg "Common Medical Emergencies")](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **[Life Savers 24-hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) mission revolves around delivering high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/).** We strive to make each visit as comfortable and seamless as possible, providing a level of care that we would expect for our own families. This philosophy extends to our comprehensive service offering, which includes not just emergency and trauma care but also pediatric care, chronic disease management, and more, ensuring we meet the diverse healthcare needs of our community. Life Savers ER, your premier destination for urgent medical attention and emergency room services, operates around the clock as a freestanding emergency clinic, available 24/7 to provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients of all ages. By fostering a relaxed, modern, and friendly environment, we strive to ease the anxieties often associated with urgent medical attention and emergency room visits, ensuring a positive and reassuring experience for every patient who walks through our doors. At Life Savers ER, our mission is to deliver not only emergency medical care but also peace of mind, knowing that in your moment of need, a team of compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals is ready to serve you. Our values reflect a commitment to the health and well-being of our patients, offering fast, precise, and compassionate care akin to what we would want for our own families. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer urgent medical attention with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent medical attention when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent medical attention when you need us. --- ### [About Us](https://lifesaverser.com/about-us/) **Published:** May 9, 2018 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Welcome to Life Savers ER Houston When You’re Family is First. We Are Ready. **When you need emergency services, choose Life Savers Emergency Room in Houston, TX, where patient care always comes first.** Knowing where to turn is critical in moments of urgent medical need. Life Savers ER offers 24/7, *No-Wait* comprehensive emergency care. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Foye Ikyaator, our freestanding emergency clinic was established to serve the community by reducing wait times commonly associated with hospital ERs and ensuring rapid access to care for all. For those in Houston, TX, searching for an “emergency room near me” or needing urgent medical services, Life Savers ER Houston locations are here for you when you need us. We pledge to provide you and your loved ones with fast, compassionate, and precise medical care, embodying the values of a dedicated healthcare provider. When facing the urgency of a medical crisis or accident, the availability of prompt and skilled treatment is crucial. [![Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/emergency-medical-services.jpg "Emergency Medical Services")](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **Symptoms of an emergency medical issue can escalate quickly and prompt medical attention is crucial to manage your condition effectively and ensure your well-being.** Our emergency room is equipped with the latest in medical technology, including: - An on-site pharmacy, - Comprehensive lab and imaging services such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and ultrasound, - An advanced laboratory for precise diagnostics, - An observation program aimed at delivering cost-effective care with a personal touch, reducing the need for unnecessary hospital stays. Offering services 24/7, our Houston ER locations feature: - A strict No-Wait policy for immediate attention - Board-certified physicians - An on-site COLA Certified Laboratory providing instant results - On-site radiology (X-ray, Ultrasound, CT Scan) with immediate feedback from board-certified radiologists [Call 281-937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) [Check-in Online](https://lifesaverser.com/register/) **We accept all private insurance plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. We are no longer in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Tricare.** ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Services Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston Emergency Room Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ## Houston Locations for Emergency Services Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency medical services with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve. #### [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) - [**Willowbrook Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843fc) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) - [**Heights Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843ff) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) - [**Summerwood Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston, TX 77044 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843f9) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Sugar Land ER](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) - [**Sugar Land Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) 222 Hwy 6 Sugar Land, TX 77478 - [**281-697-5250**](tel:281-697-5250) *Questions? Call us now.* - **No Wait – Walk-in Now** ## Emergency Medical Services in Houston In times of a medical emergency, choose Life Savers ER for immediate, comprehensive, and caring emergency medical services. **Life Savers ER prides ourselves on our no-wait time policy, allowing for rapid medical evaluation and treatment.** This commitment to accessibility and prompt service is part of our core mission to offer the Houston community high-quality, affordable emergency care in our comprehensive emergency medical facilities, including board-certified doctors and advanced on-site laboratory and diagnostic services, enabling us to manage minor and severe medical emergencies. Life Savers ER is a vital resource for patients who need urgent care. Our facilities offer a broad range of emergency services, including trauma care, pediatric care, and chronic disease management, making us a comprehensive choice for emergency care in Houston. Serving over 80,000 patients since our inception, Life Savers ER has established itself as a cornerstone of emergency medical care in Houston, with three strategically located emergency clinics enhancing our reach within the community. Our active collaboration with local emergency services further underscores our dedication to community health and safety. [![A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/life-worth-living.jpg "A Life Worth Living with Dr. Foye")](https://lifesaverser.com/a-life-worth-living-podcast/) [![Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/stay-out-of-the-er.jpg "Common Medical Emergencies")](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/) **[Life Savers 24-hour Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/services/) mission revolves around delivering high-quality, affordable, and efficient adult and [pediatric emergency care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-emergency-care/).** We strive to make each visit as comfortable and seamless as possible, providing a level of care that we would expect for our own families. This philosophy extends to our comprehensive service offering, which includes not just emergency and trauma care but also pediatric care, chronic disease management, and more, ensuring we meet the diverse healthcare needs of our community. Life Savers ER, your premier destination for urgent care and emergency room services, operates around the clock as a freestanding emergency clinic, available 24/7 to provide comprehensive emergency medical care to patients of all ages. By fostering a relaxed, modern, and friendly environment, we strive to ease the anxieties often associated with urgent care and emergency room visits, ensuring a positive and reassuring experience for every patient who walks through our doors. At Life Savers ER, our mission is to deliver not only emergency medical care but also peace of mind, knowing that in your moment of need, a team of compassionate and skilled healthcare professionals is ready to serve you. Our values reflect a commitment to the health and well-being of our patients, offering fast, precise, and compassionate care akin to what we would want for our own families. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer urgent care near me with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent care when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent care when you need us. --- ### [Houston ER Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) **Published:** February 12, 2020 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Rooms Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency medical services with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve. #### [Willowbrook ER](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) - [**Willowbrook Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843fc) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Heights ER](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) - [**Heights Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843ff) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Summerwood ER](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) - [**Summerwood Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy Houston, TX 77044 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843f9) *No Wait – Check-in Now* #### [Sugar Land ER](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) - [**Sugar Land Emergency Room**](https://lifesaverser.com/sugar-land-er/) 222 Hwy 6 Sugar Land, TX 77478 - [**281-697-5250**](tel:281-697-5250) *Questions? Call us now.* - **No Wait – Walk-in Now** ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Services Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston Emergency Room Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer urgent care near me with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent care when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. 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We pride ourselves on the ability to provide first class patient care without the rush. Not only do we encourage spending quality time with each patient, we want our employees to enjoy and appreciate the work they do to impact each patient’s life. You will work closely with nurses and doctors to provide excellent patient care. #### Employee Responsibilities Provide high quality Computerized Tomography and Radiography studies and practice proper radiation safety techniques. Perform a variety of tasks in an environment that requires a high degree of skill, confidence, and autonomy with the ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively. Radiology/CT Technologists working at our Free-Standing ER’s become proficient in laboratory tests and functions but training will be provided for all laboratory equipment and is not a required skill for hiring. #### Qualifications - Required: Graduate of a 2 year accredited school of Radiology Technology. - Required: Minimum of 6 months of current experience performing Computed Tomography (CT) and Radiography procedures in an emergency setting or another high-volume area of the hospital is required. Level 1 or 2 trauma center ER experience or freestanding ER experience preferred. - Required: Current certification from the ARRT. - Required: Current license by TMB. - Required: Current BLS for Healthcare Provider by start date. Must have current card from an American Heart Association (AHA) recognized course. - Preferred knowledge of patient laboratory testing, willing to train. - Ability to troubleshoot and think critically - Ability to work in a small environment closely with fellow employees - Ability to perform on call studies in a timely and reliable manner **Various schedule types and matrices are available** - Job Type: Part-time available at various locations - Hourly and On Call Pay Rates Vary: $38-40/hr , On Call Pay varies - Volume Bonuses *COVID-19 considerations:* We test on site for Covid-19 at all locations. Applicant must feel comfortable being in an environment around Covid testing, positive Covid-19 patients, and lab samples. Appropriate PPE on site and provided by the employer.’ Work Remotely: No **Job Types:** Full-time, Part-time, PRN **Pay:** $38.00 – $40.00 per hour **Expected hours:** 20 – 40 per week **Benefits:** - Flexible schedule - Medical, Dental, Vision - 401K Medical Specialty: - Radiology Schedule: - 10 hour shift - 12 hour shift - 8 hour shift - Day shift - Holidays - Monday to Friday - Night shift - On call - Weekends as needed Education: - Associate (Required) License/Certification: - BLS Certification (Required) - ARRT Certification (Required) Work Location: In person ## Apply Now Please complete your contact information and submit your resume below. --- ### [Online Check-In Received - Willowbrook](https://lifesaverser.com/thank-you-tomball/) **Published:** March 10, 2020 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Thank you for your online check-in at: ## [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) We will see you soon. - **Life Savers ER – Willowbrook** [17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064](https://maps.google.com/maps?ll=29.957645,-95.545282&z=15&t=m&hl=en&gl=US&mapclient=embed&cid=9674481206300090863) - [(281) 937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) **\*\*\*\*\*COVID-19 CARE?\*\*\*\*\*** If you require COVD-19 testing, please visit the following page to request an appointment: https://lifesaverser.com/covid-testing-options-tomball/ or call [(281) 937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) for available appointments. **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** --- ### [Online Check-In Received - Heights](https://lifesaverser.com/thank-you-heights/) **Published:** March 10, 2020 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Thank you for your online check-in at: ## [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) We will see you soon. - **Life Savers ER – Heights** [3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A Houston, TX 77018](https://maps.google.com/maps?ll=29.821596,-95.410438&z=10&t=m&hl=en&gl=US&mapclient=embed&cid=16196651335305353375) - [(281) 937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) **\*\*\*\*\*COVID-19 CARE?\*\*\*\*\*** If you require COVD-19 testing, please visit the following page to request an appointment: https://lifesaverser.com/covid-testing-options-heights/ or call [(281) 937-2800](tel:281-937-2800) for available appointments. **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** --- ### [Doctor Search](https://lifesaverser.com/dr-houston/) **Published:** November 4, 2021 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** Hi there, Life Savers Emergency Room is looking for **Board Eligible** or **Board Certified Physicians** who enjoy the practice of medicine. LSERs are low volume Emergency Rooms with acuity that can be mild to moderate. We have an excellent support staff with experienced nurses, medical assistants, radiologists and radiology technologists. **Experience Requirements for Physician** - Physicians must be board-certified or board-eligible by their practice. - Physicians must have three years of clinical experience. - Part-time flexible, 24-48 hour shifts available, evenings and weekends available: - All specialties welcome - No on-call - Physicians supported by highly-trained medical staff - 100% paid malpractice [insurance](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/ "insurance") with Tail coverage - Paperless office - On-site digital X-ray - On-site CLIA-approved lab - Experience: 2 years ER Experience Required - Job Types: Contract - Pay: Negotiable - Certifications Required: ACLS, PALS, ATLS - **BONUS :** $200/observation case admitted into the facility Whether you are full-time or part-time Physician, you will have state-of-the-art equipment to treat your patients. You will have a diverse patient base and an interesting diversity of patient issues. **Please send an email to [staffing@lifesaverser.com](mailto:staffing@lifesaverser.com?subject=Responding%20to%20Inquiry) if you are interested in discussing this opportunity.** We look forward to hearing from you, The Team at Life Savers ER --- ### [Insurance Information](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance/) **Published:** January 20, 2022 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Texas House Bill 2041 House Bill 2041, passed by the Texas Legislature during the 86th Regular Session, requires all FECs to post notice of the following: - This facility is a Freestanding [Emergency Medical Care](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "Emergency Medical Care") Facility. - This facility charges rates comparable to a hospital [Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Emergency Room") and may charge a facility fee. - The facility or physician providing medical care at this facility may be an out of network provider for the patient health benefit plan provider network. - A physician providing medical care at this facility may bill separately from the facility for the medical care provided to the patient. ## Texas Senate Bill 425 Senate Bill 425, passed by the Texas Legislature during the 84th Regular Session, requires all FECs to post notice of the following: - This is a Freestanding Emergency Medical Care Facility - This facility charges rates comparable to a hospital Emergency Room and may charge a facility fee - This facility or physician providing medical care at this facility may not be a participating provider in your Health Benefit Plan provider network - A physician providing medical care at this facility may bill separately from the facility for the medical care provided to you ## Texas House Bill 3276 - We are not yet recognized by Medicaid. If you would like to assist us in being able to accept these [insurance](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/ "insurance") plans, please contact your legislators. [CHARGE MASTER](https://lifesaverser.com/files/lifesavers-er-fee-schedule-new.xls) --- ### [Houston Healthcare Blog](https://lifesaverser.com/blog/) **Published:** May 9, 2018 **Author:** Kris Kiler --- ### [Hurricane Beryl Aftermath: Open Locations and Relief Resources](https://lifesaverser.com/beryl/) **Published:** July 12, 2024 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** Dear Patients, In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, we understand the immense challenges our community is facing, especially with the ongoing power outages and extreme heat. At Life Savers ER, we are committed to providing the medical support you need during this difficult time. **Our Open Locations:** - [**Willowbrook ER**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) - 17685 TX-249, Houston, TX 77064 - [**Heights ER**](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/) - 3820 N Shepherd Dr Ste A, Houston, TX 77018 - [**Summerwood ER**](https://lifesaverser.com/summerwood-er/) - 12665 W Lake Houston Pkwy, Houston, TX 77044 We are open 24/7 to assist you and your loved ones with any medical emergencies. **Relief Resources for Houston Residents:** - **CenterPoint Energy Outage Updates:**[ CenterPoint Energy](https://www.centerpointenergy.com/) - **American Red Cross Houston Chapter:** [Red Cross Houston](https://www.redcross.org/local/texas/gulf-coast.html) - **Houston Food Bank:**[ Food Bank](https://www.houstonfoodbank.org/) - **City of Houston Emergency Operations Center:** [EOC](https://houstonemergency.org/) - **Harris County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management:**[ Harris County](https://www.readyharris.org/) - **FEMA Assistance:**[ FEMA](https://www.fema.gov/) - **Houston SPCA (for pet emergencies):**[ SPCA](https://www.houstonspca.org/) - **Local Shelter Information:**[ Shelter Information](https://fletcher.house.gov/services/storm-recovery-resources.htm) - **Texas Department of Transportation (road closures and traffic updates):**[ TxDOT](https://www.txdot.gov/) Please stay hydrated, stay cool, and look out for your neighbors. If you need medical assistance, don’t hesitate to visit us. Stay safe, The Life Savers ER Team --- ### [Emergency Room Nurse (RN)](https://lifesaverser.com/apply/emergency-room-nurse-rn/) **Published:** April 28, 2021 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Job Description ### Emergency Room Nurse (RN) Job Description This position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications which may be required of the employee assigned to the position. Depending on the size of the facility the job duties may vary. Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, nor an employment contract of any kind; my employment with the Company is at-will. #### Position Summary Nurses care for people who are sick, injured, convalescent or disabled. Under general supervision, they deliver care to patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation, in accordance with established philosophy. Nurses collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and achievement of desired patient outcomes. Nurses effectively interact with patient and significant others, while maintaining the standard of professional nursing. The nature of the direction and supervision required for this position varies by State and job setting. ER Nurses provide care for patients from various types of illness or trauma requiring emergency attention and must be able to recognize and effectively treat life-threatening conditions. #### Position Responsibilities ER Nurses provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles. In addition to general nursing care, responsibilities of ER Nurses include (but are not limited to): - Collects current symptoms, as well as a detailed patient history and then consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans - Performs triage, while considering both physical and psychosocial elements - Manages basic life support needs and stabilizes patients until the attending physician is available, based upon nursing standards and protocol - Initiates corrective action whenever information from monitoring equipment shows adverse symptomatology - Records patients’ current vital signs - Works directly under physicians, assisting them during exams, diagnostic testing and treatments - Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications. Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by a licensed registered nurse - Provides IV therapy - Cleans and bandages wounds - Provides basic, bedside care - Maintains proper supplies and appropriate medical equipment to care for patients - Reports any suspected abuse to the appropriate agencies - Initiates patient education plan, as prescribed by physician. Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their illness/injury, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, self-administration of medication and rehabilitation, as well as provides referrals to other healthcare professionals for follow-up treatment - Displays professionalism while completing multiple urgent tasks in a timely manner - Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms - Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on assignment setting Depending on setting, may also: - Float among various clinical services, where qualified and competent #### Other Responsibilities - Completes required orientation as directed by facility - Follows facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures while on assignment - Follows facility and GHR Unusual Occurrence Protocol - Respects cultural and religious practices of patients - Upholds HIPAA regulations - Punctual and dependent for assigned/confirmed shifts #### Position Requirements - Graduate of an accredited nursing program - Current nursing license, in good standing with the State licensing board - Minimum of one (1) year [Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Emergency Room") (ER) Nurses experience - Federal-, State- and GHR-required credentials current and on file - Cognitive skills as related to the position #### Working Conditions Because patients need round-the-clock care, working hours include days, nights, weekends and holidays. Nurses spend considerable time walking, bending, stretching and standing, so they must follow proper body mechanics to guard against injury. Because of the fast-paced and variable environment of emergency rooms, ER Nurses must possess good stress coping skills and be able to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds. They must be able to work accurately around frequent interruptions. Nurses may face hazards from exposure to chemicals and infectious diseases. In addition, they treat patients that may be confused, irrational, agitated, and/or uncooperative. #### Physical Demands - Ability to lift twenty (20) pounds. Moving, lifting or transferring of patients may involve lifting of up to fifty - (50) pounds - Ability to stand and walk for extended periods - Ability to bend, lean and stoop without hindrance; full range of body motion - Fine motor skills - Visual acuity; normal range of hearing The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach forward with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift or move 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The overall physical demand rating for a job of the nurse falls within the ***Medium*** classification (exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work) according to the Dictionary of Occupational Titles. ## Apply Now Please complete your contact information and submit your resume below. --- ### [Marketing Intern](https://lifesaverser.com/apply/marketing-intern/) **Published:** July 2, 2021 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Job Description ### Marketing Intern Job Description At Life Savers 24 Hour Emergency Room, we have state of the art equipment such as X-Ray, CT Scanner, Ultrasound and more. We are fully equipped and have highly trained staff ready to treat a variety of medical conditions including stat lab services. Several of our physicians work at major hospitals with average wait times of 4-5 hours. Unlike the hospital emergency rooms, our facility has a strict No Wait policy. #### Job Overview Come work at Life Savers [Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Emergency Room"), a leading health care facility in the Houston Metro area. We are looking to hire an experienced Marketing Intern to help us keep growing. If you’re hard-working and dedicated, Life Savers Emergency Room is an ideal place to get ahead. Apply today! #### Responsibilities for Marketing Intern - Help create and distribute marketing materials - Help organize marketing events - Manage and update the company database and customer relationship management systems (CRM) - Assist in marketing and advertising promotional activities (e.g. social media, direct mail, and web) - Prepare detailed promotional presentations - Help with the planning and hosting of marketing events - Monitor all social media platforms for trending news, ideas, and feedback - Research and evaluate competitor marketing and digital content #### Qualifications for Marketing Intern - Familiarity with social media strategies and platforms - Flexible work schedule - Ability to multitask and take initiative - Hardworking and dedicated outlook - Experience with content creation a plus, even if not professionally - Ability to take direction and absorb information quickly - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Outstanding multitasking abilities - Must have a passion for marketing Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $14.00 per hour ***COVID-19 considerations*** We strongly encourage Covid-19 vaccination. All staff are required to wear masks, wash hands frequently and maintain distancing recommendations. ## Apply Now Please complete your contact information and submit your resume below. --- ### [Medical Assistant / Receptionist](https://lifesaverser.com/apply/medical-assistant-receptionist/) **Published:** April 28, 2021 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Job Description ### Medical Assistant / Receptionist Job Description The Certified Medical Assistant serves a key role in serve at Life Savers Emergency Room. The CMA provides receptionist duties as well as patient care services that are integral to the functioning of the facility. #### Duties - Welcome patients by greeting them with a friendly and professional demeanor, in person or on the telephone - Handle correspondence with patients, [insurance](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/ "insurance") companies, and pharmacies (appointments, prescriptions, etc.) - Answer telephones, respond to e-mails and faxes in a timely manner - Able to use computer system, handle transfer of patient documents/billing documents securely - Ensure patients fill out all necessary forms - Accompany patients to the examining room, verify patient information, review and/or record medical history, confirm purpose of visit - Take vitals, perform lab tests, prep/collect lab specimens, dispose of contaminated supplies, sterilize medical instruments - Support our providers during examinations when necessary - Answer patient questions and refer enquiries as instructed by physician - Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing orders, verifying receipt - Maintain equipment care and supplies, perform preventive maintenance - Maintain a safe, healthy work environment by following, and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations - Enhance our practice reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; explore opportunities to add value to job accomplishments - Maintain cleanliness of patient care and reception areas - Ad hoc duties as necessary #### Qualifications, Education & Experience required - High school diploma or GED equivalent - Completion of a Certified Medical Assistant program - Bilingual in English (required) and Spanish (preferred) - 2 years experience as a Certified Medical Assistant in a clinic or acute care setting preferred or post minimum 5 week student rotation at Life Savers [Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Emergency Room"). - CPR Certification #### Required Documents - Graduation Certificate from an accredited medical assistant program - Current BLS for the Healthcare Provider Certification - Immunization Records ## Apply Now Please complete your contact information and submit your resume below. --- ### [Conditions](https://lifesaverser.com/conditions/) **Published:** October 24, 2021 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** - COVID-19 - COVID Related Illnesses - Kidney Stones - Flu - Sprains, Strains, Breaks - [STD](https://lifesaverser.com/stds-what-to-know/ "STD")‘s - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "Chest Pain") - Traumatic Brain Injuries - Frostbite - Asthma - --- ### [Carbon Monoxide Poisoning](https://lifesaverser.com/carbon-monoxide-poisoning/) **Published:** February 17, 2021 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Concerned about carbon monoxide poisoning? ### What is Carbon Monoxide?\* Carbon monoxide, or “CO,” is an odorless, colorless gas that can kill you. ### Where is CO found? CO is found in fumes produced any time you burn fuel in cars or trucks, small engines, stoves, lanterns, grills, fireplaces, gas ranges, or furnaces. CO can build up indoors and poison people and animals who breathe it. ### What are the symptoms of CO poisoning? The most common symptoms of CO poisoning are headache, dizziness, weakness, upset stomach, vomiting, [chest pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/ "chest pain"), and confusion. CO symptoms are often described as “flu-like.” If you breathe in a lot of CO it can make you pass out or kill you. People who are sleeping or drunk can die from CO poisoning before they have symptoms. ### Who is at risk from CO poisoning? Everyone is at risk for CO poisoning. Infants, the elderly, people with chronic heart disease, anemia, or breathing problems are more likely to get sick from CO. Each year, more than 400 Americans die from unintentional CO poisoning not linked to fires, more than 20,000 visit the [emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room"), and more than 4,000 are hospitalized. ## We are here for you Life Savers ER is a freestanding emergency clinic that is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We offer [emergency medical care](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "emergency medical care") to adults and children of all ages. With board-certified doctors and onsite laboratory & diagnostic services, we are fully equipped to take care of all minor and major medical emergencies. When patients come to see us for emergency medical care we start by taking a full medical history and carrying out a thorough physical examination. Following this, we may need to carry out some diagnostic tests and investigations. We provide onsite access to state of the art testing equipment that gives patients quick and reliable results. After the doctor has confirmed the diagnosis, we will develop a treatment plan that’s tailored to your needs. In some cases we may also ask patients to stay for a few hours so that we can observe their progress over a period of time. This is to make sure that patients are not discharged prematurely. If more advanced help is required, we can also arrange for patients to have direct transfer and admission to an area hospital. ### **Patients who come to our 24-hour emergency center enjoy a number of benefits including:** - On-Site Certified laboratory with immediate results. - On-Site Radiology (X-ray, Ultrasound, CT Scan) with immediate results. - On-Site State licensed pharmacy. - Observation program. - Dedicated kid’s corner for children. - A full-service coffee bar. #### **Payment** We accept all private [insurance](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/ "insurance") plans including Aetna, United Health, Humana, Cigna, and BlueCross / BlueShield. #### **Get Directions** Get Directions to our 24-Hour Medical clinics: [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) or [Heights Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/heights-er/). #### **Questions** If you have any questions about your visit to Life Saver ER, please feel free to [contact us](https://lifesaverser.com/contact-us/). *\*Content source: [National Center for Environmental Health](http://www.cdc.gov/nceh/)* --- ### [Radiology Technologist](https://lifesaverser.com/apply/radiology-technologist/) **Published:** April 28, 2021 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Job Description ### Radiology Technologist Job Description The position of Radiology Technologist calls for a professional who is dedicated, highly motivated and skilled who can help Life Savers Emergency Room grow while providing excellence in patient care. You will follow prescribed techniques to administer general and specific X-rays and CT-scans, adjust equipment, determine proper voltage, current and desired exposure time, arrange immobilization and support devices for patient, etc. Provide patient services using imaging modalities. You will also participate in handling patient laboratory samples and perform laboratory tests. #### Responsibilities - Prepare patient for CT or X-ray: explain procedures to patient and/or family: prepare room, equipment, medicine and materials as needed - Prepare gastrograffin mixture and other chemicals for CT - Observe patient and machine during procedure; report unusual occurrences and record patient’s condition - Record/monitor radiation dose administered during scans and respond appropriately to any deviations from normal amount of expected radiation exposure - Determine technique for ionizing radiation during radiological exams - Develop X-ray film in accordance with photographic techniques. - Clean and disinfect CT/ X-ray room and equipment; maintain stock supplies; inspect emergency trays; write weekly reports - Provide education for staff/peers based on identified needs - Communication and Customer Service Skills - Serve as Team Member and resource for nursing, physician and medical assistant staff - Turn over/ cleaning of patient rooms after evaluation and discharge - Maintaining cleanliness of assigned patient and staff areas - Assist with keeping work area clean - Flexibility in performing dual roles such as helping check patients in/check out - Operate laboratory equipment and perform point of care testing and quality controls #### Required Documents - Graduation Certificate from an accredited school of diagnostic imaging - Current registration and licensure with the Texas Department of State Health Services. - Current BLS for the Healthcare Provider certification. - Immunization Records ## Apply Now Please complete your contact information and submit your resume below. --- ### [Physician](https://lifesaverser.com/apply/physician/) **Published:** May 3, 2022 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Job Description ### **Board Eligible** or **Board Certified Physicians** Life Savers Emergency Room is looking for **Board Eligible** or **Board Certified Physicians** who enjoy the practice of medicine. LSERs are low volume Emergency Rooms with acuity that can be mild to moderate. We have an excellent support staff with experienced nurses, medical assistants, radiologists and radiology technologists. Whether you are full-time or part-time Physician, you will have state-of-the-art equipment to treat your patients. You will have a diverse patient base and an interesting diversity of patient issues. **Experience Requirements for Physician** - Physicians must be board-certified or board-eligible by their practice. - Physicians must have three years of clinical experience. - Part-time flexible, 24-48 hour shifts available, evenings and weekends available: - All specialties welcome - No on-call - Physicians supported by highly-trained medical staff - 100% paid malpractice [insurance](https://lifesaverser.com/insurance-information/ "insurance") with Tail coverage - Paperless office - On-site digital X-ray - On-site CLIA-approved lab - Experience: 2 years ER Experience Required - Job Types: Contract - Pay: Negotiable - Certifications Required: ACLS, PALS, ATLS - **BONUS:** $200/observation case admitted into the facility - **BONUS:** Volume bonuses offered - **BONUS:** 20k sign on bonus for Full Time Doctors - Scribe and NPs availabled depending on volumes ## Apply Now **Please send an email to [staffing@lifesaverser.com](mailto:staffing@lifesaverser.com?subject=Responding%20to%20Inquiry) if you are interested in discussing this opportunity.** We look forward to hearing from you, The Team at Life Savers ER --- ### [Houston ER Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/houston-er/) **Published:** April 17, 2024 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Rooms Life Savers ER offers 24/7 emergency medical services with 4 convenient [Houston ER](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) area locations with no wait times, ensuring you receive the prompt and expert care you deserve. #### [Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) Opened in 2015, the Life Savers [ER Willowbrook Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) is located at the intersection of Hwy 249 (Tomball Parkway) and 1960. - [**Life Savers ER – Willowbrook**](https://lifesaverser.com/willowbrook-er/) 17685 TX-249 Houston, TX 77064 - [**281-937-2800**](tel:281-937-2800) *Questions? 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Call us now.* - [**Check-in Online**](https://araya.app/newpatient/b843f9) *No Wait – Check-in Now* ## Life Savers ER Houston Area Emergency Services Emergencies We Treat at Our [Houston Emergency Room Locations](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/) - [Flu, Strep Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/flu-season-2022-and-strep-throat/) - [Cold, RSV](https://lifesaverser.com/cold-flu-rsv-and-covid-19/) - [High Fever](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-a-fever/) - [Bronchitis](https://lifesaverser.com/4-signs-its-time-to-go-to-the-er-for-bronchitis/) - [Chest Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/experiencing-chest-pain/) - [STD Care and Treatment](https://lifesaverser.com/std-testing/) - [Stomach Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/stomach-pain-when-to-go-to-the-er/) - [High Blood Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/high-blood-pressure/) - [Allergic Reactions](https://lifesaverser.com/er-for-allergic-reaction/) - [COVID-19 Testing and Care](https://lifesaverser.com/covid-care-houston/) - [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/ear-infection/) - [Sore Throat](https://lifesaverser.com/sore-throat/) - [Appendicitis](https://lifesaverser.com/symptoms-of-appendicitis/) - [Heartburn](https://lifesaverser.com/heartburn/) - [Dehydration](https://lifesaverser.com/tips-to-prevent-dehydration/) - [Urinary Tract Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/urinary-tract-infection/) - [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/back-pain/) - [Dental Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/dental-pain/) - [Pediatric Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/pediatric-urgent-care/) - [Sprains, Strains, Breaks](https://lifesaverser.com/sprains-strains-breaks-and-bruises/) - [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/causes-of-abdominal-pain/) - [Kidney Stones](https://lifesaverser.com/signs-you-may-have-a-kidney-stone/) - [Pink Eye](https://lifesaverser.com/pink-eye/) - [Herpes](https://lifesaverser.com/what-to-know-about-herpes/) - [Injuries and Illness](https://lifesaverser.com/injuries-and-illness/) - [Emergency Medical Services](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/) - [Trauma & Emergency Care](https://lifesaverser.com/trauma-emergency-care/) - [Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/vomiting-when-to-seek-emergency-care/) - [Behavioral Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/behavioral-health-emergencies/) - [Work-Related Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/work-related-emergencies-when-to-come-to-the-er/) - [Holiday Health Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/dealing-with-holiday-health-emergencies/) - [Auto Accident Care](https://lifesaverser.com/going-to-er-after-car-accident/) - [Iron IV Infusions](https://lifesaverser.com/iron-infusions/) - [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/medical-detox/) - and more ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_phone-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## 24 Hour Emergency Care Near Me At every Life Savers ER location in Houston, our [emergency room near me](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "emergency room near me") are open 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 365 days a year, ensuring you’re always just moments away from an emergency room near me or ER near me. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_hourglass-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Immediate Care Means No Wait Time Facing an urgent health issue? Our Houston ER locations offer urgent care near me with immediate service with no wait times, getting you the prompt expert care you deserve at our [24-hour emergency rooms in Houston](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "24-hour emergency rooms in Houston") in Houston. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_award-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Board-Certified Emergency Physicians Choosing Life Savers ER means entrusting your health to our board-certified emergency physicians, who are committed to delivering compassionate urgent care when it matters most. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_test-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## On-Site Lab & Pharmacy All Life Savers ER Houston emergency room locations are equipped with an [ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy](https://lifesaverser.com/lab-and-imaging-services/ "ER near me on-site lab and pharmacy"), ready to address both minor and major [ER medical emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/emergency-medical-services/ "ER medical emergencies") with efficiency and care. ![Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/icon_happy-2023-36x36.png "Life Savers Emergency Room") ## Happy Patients We pride ourselves on the satisfaction of our patients who choose Life Savers ER for their emergency needs. Visit us and discover why we’re the preferred [Houston emergency room](https://lifesaverser.com/locations/ "Houston emergency room") for urgent care when you need us. --- ## Team ### [Dr. Foye Ikyaator](https://lifesaverser.com/providers/dr-foye-ikyaator/) **Published:** March 9, 2020 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** # **Dr. Foye Ikyaator** Dr. Foye Ikyaator is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin, School of Medicine and completed her residency in Emergency Medicine at Emory University in 2012. She is currently a board-certified Emergency Physician in Houston, TX, where she is the co-founder and Medical Director of [Life Savers Emergency Room](https://lifesaverser.com/). Her contributions to medicine and her innovative approach to Emergency Room care have secured her a spot on Essence Magazine’s “Power 100 List” of Influencers, among others. Dr. Ikyaator is the author of *[Staying Out of the ER: A Patient’s Guide for Dealing with Common Medical Emergencies](https://lifesaverser.com/staying-out-of-the-er/)*. Dr. Ikyaator and her lovely family reside in the Greater Houston area. ![Dr. Foye Ikyaator](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/dr-foye.jpg "Dr. Foye Ikyaator") **Team Categories:** Physicians --- ### [Dr. Sabrina Echols](https://lifesaverser.com/providers/dr-sabrina-echols/) **Published:** March 9, 2020 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** # **![dr-sabrina](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/dr-sabrina.jpg)Dr. Sabrina Echols** **Team Categories:** Physicians --- ### [Dr. Zamipour](https://lifesaverser.com/providers/dr-zamipour/) **Published:** March 9, 2020 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** # **![dr-zamipour](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/dr-zamipour.jpg)Dr. Zamipour** **Team Categories:** Physicians --- ### [Dr. Zaidi](https://lifesaverser.com/providers/dr-zaidi/) **Published:** March 9, 2020 **Author:** Kris Kiler **Content:** # **![Dr-Zaidi](https://lifesaverser.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Dr-Zaidi.jpeg)Dr. Zaidi** **Team Categories:** Physicians --- ## Categories ### [Emergency Health](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/emergency-health/) --- ### [Health & Wellness](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/health-and-wellness/) --- ### [COVID-19](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/covid-19/) --- ### [Aging](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/aging/) --- ### [PTSD](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/ptsd/) --- ### [Children's Health](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/childrens-health/) --- ### [Flu Shot](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/flu-shot/) --- ### [Chronic Disease](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/chronic-disease/) --- ### [CPR](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/cpr/) --- ### [STD Testing](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/std-testing/) --- ### [Holidays](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/holidays/) --- ### [Workplace](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/workplace/) --- ### [Flu](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/flu/) --- ### [Nutrition](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/nutrition/) --- ### [Auto Accidents](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/auto-accidents/) --- ### [Ear Infection](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/ear-infection/) --- ### [Back Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/back-pain/) --- ### [Podcast](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/podcast/) --- ### [Press Release](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/press-release/) --- ### [First Aid](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/first-aid/) --- ### [Behavioral Health](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/behavioral-health/) --- ### [Medically Assisted Detox](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/medically-assisted-detox/) --- ### [Nausea and Vomiting](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/nausea-and-vomiting/) --- ### [Abdominal Pain](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/abdominal-pain/) --- ### [Sinus Pressure](https://lifesaverser.com/topic/sinus-pressure/) --- ## Team Categories ### [Physicians](https://lifesaverser.com/dt_team_category/physicians/) ---